Design Brief
Spring 2024
14 Weeks
Form Design
CMF Development
CAD Modeling
Concept
The Panasonic DMS series combines cinema-quality audio with mid-century modern design for a visually appealing home theater system.
Panasonic DMS Series
A home theater stereo system is a set of audio and video equipment that provides a cinema-like experience at home.
The Panasonic DMS series was specifically engineered to seamlessly integrate with mid-century modern aesthetics.
Its distinctive design ensures that it complements other home products and furnishings, enhancing the overall visual appeal even when it’s not in operation.
A home theater stereo system is a set of audio and video equipment that provides
a cinema-like experience at home.
The Panasonic DMS series was specifically engineered to seamlessly integrate with
mid-century modern aesthetics.
Its distinctive design ensures that it complements other home products and furnishings, enhancing the overall visual appeal even when it’s not in operation.
A home theater stereo system is a set of audio and video equipment that provides
a cinema-like experience at home.
The Panasonic DMS series was specifically engineered to seamlessly integrate with
mid-century modern aesthetics.
Its distinctive design ensures that it complements other home products and furnishings, enhancing the overall visual appeal even when it’s not in operation.
Current market product challenges
Bet you can’t.
Can you identify the brands between floor standing speakers from their silhouettes?
KEF R7 Meta
Acoustic Energy AE109
Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3
KEF R5 Meta
Current market product challenges
Bet you can’t.
Can you identify the brands between floor standing speakers from their silhouettes?
KEF R7 Meta
Acoustic Energy AE109
Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3
KEF R5 Meta
Current market product challenges
Bet you can’t.
Can you identify the brands between floor standing speakers from their silhouettes?
KEF R7 Meta
Acoustic Energy AE109
Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3
KEF R5 Meta
Current market product challenges
Bet you can’t.
Can you identify the brands between floor standing speakers from their silhouettes?
KEF R7 Meta
Acoustic Energy AE109
Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3
KEF R5 Meta
Current market product challenges
Bet you can’t.
Can you identify the brands between floor standing speakers from their silhouettes?
KEF R7 Meta
Acoustic Energy AE109
Bowers & Wilkins 702 S3
KEF R5 Meta
Potential market exploration
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Memphis Design | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Memphis Design | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Memphis Design | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Memphis Design | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Memphis Design | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Memphis Design | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Memphis Design | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Memphis Design | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Memphis Design | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Memphis Design | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Memphis Design | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Considerations of acoustic engineering and processing costs have led to a pronounced homogenization in today's market for floorstanding audio equipment.
Nonetheless, these devices blend seamlessly with modernist interior design, serving as aesthetic additions akin to sculptures or furniture pieces, even when not in use.
Creating a home stereo system that blends with mid-century modern or vintage decor can be challenging for enthusiasts of these styles.
Pop Art | vitality | Whimsical
Postmodern | Memphis Design | Contemporary
Eclectic | Vintage | Mid-Century Modern
Products on the market often don't complement the existing décor in the home.
So, is it feasible to design a stereo system that delivers high performance and also caters to the aesthetic preferences of mid-century modern enthusiasts?
“Vintage is making a comeback. Our funky seventies vibe with a nod to the mass introduction of plastics is a cool twist to work with. It lets you create a very different effect from a focus on natural materials – which you see in so many other interior design styles today.”
“Vintage is making a comeback. Our funky seventies vibe with a nod to the mass introduction of plastics is a cool twist to work with. It lets you create a very different effect from a focus on natural materials – which you see in so many other interior design styles today.”
“Vintage is making a comeback. Our funky seventies vibe with a nod to the mass introduction of plastics is a cool twist to work with. It lets you create a very different effect from a focus on natural materials – which you see in so many other interior design styles today.”
“Vintage is making a comeback. Our funky seventies vibe with a nod to the mass introduction of plastics is a cool twist to work with. It lets you create a very different effect from a focus on natural materials – which you see in so many other interior design styles today.”
--- Soo Heyvaert, Interior designer
--- Soo Heyvaert, Interior designer
--- Soo Heyvaert, Interior designer
--- Soo Heyvaert, Interior designer
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Why Panasonic
The Panasonic history with their iconic design
1918
1960s
1967
1970s
Panasonic Corporation
Panasonic was founded in 1918 by Konosuke Matsushita and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.
National TR-005 Orbitel
The Panasonic National TR-005 Orbitel, known as the "Flying Saucer" TV, is renowned for its innovative, circular design that embodies the Space Age's fascination with futurism.
TR-205 Portable Television
Panasonic introduced the Starstream in 1967, announcing the death of ugly television.
Panapet Radio
The quirky ‘Panapet’, produced by Panasonic in 1970 to commemorate the World Expo in Osaka, was a ball-shaped radio that hung on a chain.
1970s
1970s
2024
Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72)
The Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72) by Panasonic, notable for its distinctive donut shape, stands out for its innovative design that merged fashion with function in the early 1970s.
RE-7680 Receiver
The Panasonic RE-7680 receiver stands out for its seamless blend of advanced technology with a sleek, minimalist design, characteristic of the early 1970s.
Panasonic DMS Series
Panasonic is poised to introduce products that blend retro aesthetics with modern functionality, targeting today's market with a unique fusion of past and present.
1918
1960s
1967
1970s
Panasonic Corporation
Panasonic was founded in 1918 by Konosuke Matsushita and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.
National TR-005 Orbitel
The Panasonic National TR-005 Orbitel, known as the "Flying Saucer" TV, is renowned for its innovative, circular design that embodies the Space Age's fascination with futurism.
TR-205 Portable Television
Panasonic introduced the Starstream in 1967, announcing the death of ugly television.
Panapet Radio
The quirky ‘Panapet’, produced by Panasonic in 1970 to commemorate the World Expo in Osaka, was a ball-shaped radio that hung on a chain.
1970s
1970s
2024
Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72)
The Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72) by Panasonic, notable for its distinctive donut shape, stands out for its innovative design that merged fashion with function in the early 1970s.
RE-7680 Receiver
The Panasonic RE-7680 receiver stands out for its seamless blend of advanced technology with a sleek, minimalist design, characteristic of the early 1970s.
Panasonic DMS Series
Panasonic is poised to introduce products that blend retro aesthetics with modern functionality, targeting today's market with a unique fusion of past and present.
1918
1960s
1967
1970s
Panasonic Corporation
Panasonic was founded in 1918 by Konosuke Matsushita and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.
National TR-005 Orbitel
The Panasonic National TR-005 Orbitel, known as the "Flying Saucer" TV, is renowned for its innovative, circular design that embodies the Space Age's fascination with futurism.
TR-205 Portable Television
Panasonic introduced the Starstream in 1967, announcing the death of ugly television.
Panapet Radio
The quirky ‘Panapet’, produced by Panasonic in 1970 to commemorate the World Expo in Osaka, was a ball-shaped radio that hung on a chain.
1970s
1970s
2024
Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72)
The Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72) by Panasonic, notable for its distinctive donut shape, stands out for its innovative design that merged fashion with function in the early 1970s.
RE-7680 Receiver
The Panasonic RE-7680 receiver stands out for its seamless blend of advanced technology with a sleek, minimalist design, characteristic of the early 1970s.
Panasonic DMS Series
Panasonic is poised to introduce products that blend retro aesthetics with modern functionality, targeting today's market with a unique fusion of past and present.
1918
1960s
1967
1970s
Panasonic Corporation
Panasonic was founded in 1918 by Konosuke Matsushita and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.
National TR-005 Orbitel
The Panasonic National TR-005 Orbitel, known as the "Flying Saucer" TV, is renowned for its innovative, circular design that embodies the Space Age's fascination with futurism.
TR-205 Portable Television
Panasonic introduced the Starstream in 1967, announcing the death of ugly television.
Panapet Radio
The quirky ‘Panapet’, produced by Panasonic in 1970 to commemorate the World Expo in Osaka, was a ball-shaped radio that hung on a chain.
1970s
1970s
2024
Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72)
The Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72) by Panasonic, notable for its distinctive donut shape, stands out for its innovative design that merged fashion with function in the early 1970s.
RE-7680 Receiver
The Panasonic RE-7680 receiver stands out for its seamless blend of advanced technology with a sleek, minimalist design, characteristic of the early 1970s.
Panasonic DMS Series
Panasonic is poised to introduce products that blend retro aesthetics with modern functionality, targeting today's market with a unique fusion of past and present.
1918
1960s
1967
1970s
Panasonic Corporation
Panasonic was founded in 1918 by Konosuke Matsushita and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.
National TR-005 Orbitel
The Panasonic National TR-005 Orbitel, known as the "Flying Saucer" TV, is renowned for its innovative, circular design that embodies the Space Age's fascination with futurism.
TR-205 Portable Television
Panasonic introduced the Starstream in 1967, announcing the death of ugly television.
Panapet Radio
The quirky ‘Panapet’, produced by Panasonic in 1970 to commemorate the World Expo in Osaka, was a ball-shaped radio that hung on a chain.
1970s
1970s
2024
Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72)
The Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72) by Panasonic, notable for its distinctive donut shape, stands out for its innovative design that merged fashion with function in the early 1970s.
RE-7680 Receiver
The Panasonic RE-7680 receiver stands out for its seamless blend of advanced technology with a sleek, minimalist design, characteristic of the early 1970s.
Panasonic DMS Series
Panasonic is poised to introduce products that blend retro aesthetics with modern functionality, targeting today's market with a unique fusion of past and present.
1918
1960s
1967
1970s
Panasonic Corporation
Panasonic was founded in 1918 by Konosuke Matsushita and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.
National TR-005 Orbitel
The Panasonic National TR-005 Orbitel, known as the "Flying Saucer" TV, is renowned for its innovative, circular design that embodies the Space Age's fascination with futurism.
TR-205 Portable Television
Panasonic introduced the Starstream in 1967, announcing the death of ugly television.
Panapet Radio
The quirky ‘Panapet’, produced by Panasonic in 1970 to commemorate the World Expo in Osaka, was a ball-shaped radio that hung on a chain.
1970s
1970s
2024
Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72)
The Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72) by Panasonic, notable for its distinctive donut shape, stands out for its innovative design that merged fashion with function in the early 1970s.
RE-7680 Receiver
The Panasonic RE-7680 receiver stands out for its seamless blend of advanced technology with a sleek, minimalist design, characteristic of the early 1970s.
Panasonic DMS Series
Panasonic is poised to introduce products that blend retro aesthetics with modern functionality, targeting today's market with a unique fusion of past and present.
1918
1960s
1967
1970s
Panasonic Corporation
Panasonic was founded in 1918 by Konosuke Matsushita and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.
National TR-005 Orbitel
The Panasonic National TR-005 Orbitel, known as the "Flying Saucer" TV, is renowned for its innovative, circular design that embodies the Space Age's fascination with futurism.
TR-205 Portable Television
Panasonic introduced the Starstream in 1967, announcing the death of ugly television.
Panapet Radio
The quirky ‘Panapet’, produced by Panasonic in 1970 to commemorate the World Expo in Osaka, was a ball-shaped radio that hung on a chain.
1970s
1970s
2024
Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72)
The Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72) by Panasonic, notable for its distinctive donut shape, stands out for its innovative design that merged fashion with function in the early 1970s.
RE-7680 Receiver
The Panasonic RE-7680 receiver stands out for its seamless blend of advanced technology with a sleek, minimalist design, characteristic of the early 1970s.
Panasonic DMS Series
Panasonic is poised to introduce products that blend retro aesthetics with modern functionality, targeting today's market with a unique fusion of past and present.
1918
1960s
1967
1970s
Panasonic Corporation
Panasonic was founded in 1918 by Konosuke Matsushita and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.
National TR-005 Orbitel
The Panasonic National TR-005 Orbitel, known as the "Flying Saucer" TV, is renowned for its innovative, circular design that embodies the Space Age's fascination with futurism.
TR-205 Portable Television
Panasonic introduced the Starstream in 1967, announcing the death of ugly television.
Panapet Radio
The quirky ‘Panapet’, produced by Panasonic in 1970 to commemorate the World Expo in Osaka, was a ball-shaped radio that hung on a chain.
1970s
1970s
2024
Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72)
The Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72) by Panasonic, notable for its distinctive donut shape, stands out for its innovative design that merged fashion with function in the early 1970s.
RE-7680 Receiver
The Panasonic RE-7680 receiver stands out for its seamless blend of advanced technology with a sleek, minimalist design, characteristic of the early 1970s.
Panasonic DMS Series
Panasonic is poised to introduce products that blend retro aesthetics with modern functionality, targeting today's market with a unique fusion of past and present.
1918
1960s
1967
1970s
Panasonic Corporation
National TR-005 Orbitel
TR-205 Portable Television
Panapet Radio
1970s
1970s
2024
Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72)
RE-7680 Receiver
Panasonic DMS Series
1918
1960s
1967
1970s
Panasonic Corporation
National TR-005 Orbitel
TR-205 Portable Television
Panapet Radio
1970s
1970s
2024
Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72)
RE-7680 Receiver
Panasonic DMS Series
1918
1960s
1967
1970s
Panasonic Corporation
National TR-005 Orbitel
TR-205 Portable Television
Panapet Radio
1970s
1970s
2024
Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72)
RE-7680 Receiver
Panasonic DMS Series
1918
1960s
1967
1970s
Panasonic Corporation
National TR-005 Orbitel
TR-205 Portable Television
Panapet Radio
1970s
1970s
2024
Toot-a-Loop Radio (R-72)
RE-7680 Receiver
Panasonic DMS Series
Panasonic DMS 406
The Panasonic DMS 406 is a floor standing speaker with four built-in drivers, including a tweeter, a midrange and two woofers.
Four colors are available and a glass cover is included with the product to protect the drivers.
Elevate your experience with the pinnacle of design excellence, where elegance meets retro aesthetics to craft your perfect legacy, and acoustic sound is perfected into an auditory triumph.
Elevate your experience with the pinnacle
of design excellence, where elegance meets retro aesthetics to craft your perfect legacy, and acoustic sound is perfected into an auditory triumph.
The minimalist design of the sound base ensures stability, reducing resonance and minimizing interference from the operation of the loudspeaker's bass drivers.
Speaker Port is mainly to overpower the air flow sound of the speaker vibration in the box and overlap the sound pressure of the radiation in front of the speaker to produce a bass effect.
Bi-amping is a speaker connection method that uses two channels of amplification to power a single speaker. For bi-amping to work, each speaker needs to have two sets of input terminals.
Panasonic DMX 112
The Panasonic DMX 112 is a subwoofer. with a built-in custom 12-inch bass sound driver. The back of the product has multiple sizes of connectors and adjustment buttons to give the user a different listening experience.
Four colors are available and are usually sold in pairs.
Nimble and powerful, the minimalist sound base ensures stability, while the 12-inch cone's unique design delivers solid bass with reduced resonance.
The Panasonic DMS series offers comprehensive protection with an acrylic cover plate that shields drivers from dust, even when not in use.
Precision vents minimize resonance for deeper bass, while the stable rubberized base ensures reliable performance by preventing direct contact with the floor.
The versatile control panel on the back seamlessly integrates with various interfaces, automatically adjusting sound modes to deliver the ultimate listening experience tailored to any scenario.
Panasonic DMS 122
The Panasonic DMX 112 is a home soundbar with 12 built-in sound units of different sizes. A 1/4 nut is included on the bottom of the unit, which allows it to be hung on a wall (Wall Mount Bracket sold separately) or placed on top of a TV stand.
2 HDMI ports are included on the back, creating more possibilities for users to set up an audio/video system.
Enjoy balanced stereo sound with custom-tuned frequencies and precise, distortion-free bass.
Twelve precision-engineered speakers and dedicated height channels, delivers immersive sound in all directions.
Our inward-facing woofers create a force-canceling effect, neutralizing distortion for crystal-clear audio.
With only two cables and step-by-step guidance in the Panasonic app, DMS 122 sets up in minutes.
Whether placed on a piece of furniture or mounted on a wall, the elegant design of the DMS 122 will perfectly complement your mid-modern décor.
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