Have you seen ancient wooden puzzle boxes? They’d be these wonderfully intricate chests with hidden gears, buttons, levers, all working in synchronicity to unlock a treasure… only if pressed/activated in the right order. It’s remarkable how precise artists and craftspersons were with a material like wood back in the day, but you look at wood as a material now, it’s mainly used for furniture and construction, and doesn’t see any modern-day intricate building the way it did back in the day.
Now imagine if the elegance of ancient craftsmanship collided with the ingenuity of modern-day design. That’s exactly the essence that Arizona-based ‘CHENGSHE.design’ distilled into the ONE BOX 3.0—a modular wooden storage box that feels like it was dreamed up by a design studio with an eye for both beauty and utility. Whether you’re organizing stationery, storing your board game accessories, or just looking for a satisfying DIY experience, this box is where IKEA-like assembly meets artisanal sophistication.
Designer: CHENGSHE.design
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Crafted from beech or black walnut, the ONE BOX 3.0 achieves a level of multi-functionality in wood that we usually see in more sophisticated materials. Every piece flaunts the unique grain and texture that only real wood can offer, making each box feel personal and one-of-a-kind. But behind that woodworking is masterful design at its finest. The box utilizes mortise-and-tenon joints, an ancient joinery technique revered for its strength and precision. Multiple parts come together to form a box that’s highly versatile, storing everything from stationery to SIM cards.
Within the neatly assembled structure lies an array of modular components that redefine functionality. The main storage compartment is cleverly divided, offering ample space for pens, paperclips, or even cherished trinkets. Modular compartments provide tailored organization, transforming cluttered desks into pristine workspaces. With an expandable pen holder, your favorite pen always stays within reach, eliminating the daily scramble to find essential tools.
To this end, the ONE BOX 3.0 even comes with its own OB Unlimited Pen, crafted from the same wood as the box itself. With a two-part design that joins together thanks to a machined metal extender with a knurled grip, the pen serves as both a writing tool and a design statement.
For multitaskers, the ONE BOX 3.0 includes a multifunctional panel that serves as a phone stand with three adjustable angles. This small but thoughtful addition turns any space into a convenient workstation or entertainment hub. Integrated within one of those panels is also a reusable whiteboard swatch, perfect for capturing fleeting thoughts or sketching out quick ideas. Paired with erasable markers, it’s an eco-friendly alternative to sticky notes that brings creativity to the forefront of daily tasks. It’s also the first time I recall the stationery box ever becoming a medium for the stationery.
But classifying the ONE BOX 3.0 as a stationery box would be quite the mistake, given its ability to do much more than store stationery. Apart from the fact that it comes with multiple stands for your phone, the box also packs a special panel designed to store SD and SIM cards. Given how tiny and valuable these little pieces of plastic are, the storage panel allows you to securely dock the cards so that you don’t lose them, or they don’t get buried away under a pile of pens and pencils.
Beyond tech or stationery, the ONE BOX 3.0 can be used to store game pieces. Whether for DND or your tiny portable game of chess, the box’s various containers and slots allow you to store gameplay pieces and dice, with the tiny whiteboard and marker being perfect for keeping score!
Assembling the ONE BOX 3.0 is an experience in itself. Magnets click satisfyingly into place, and each component fits seamlessly with the next, inviting users into a hands-on interaction with the craftsmanship. The woodwork is impeccable, with a lot of DIY involved as you assemble pieces together to build the box you need. That’s the IKEA part I alluded to earlier – except unlike IKEA, the ONE BOX 3.0 isn’t mass-produced, which makes you appreciate the craftsmanship even more.
The appeal of the ONE BOX 3.0 extends across a wide audience. From students seeking tidy study areas to creatives needing flexible storage solutions, the box caters to diverse lifestyles. Designers, engineers, and everyday thinkers will find its modularity and timeless design an inspiring addition to any workspace.
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