ABOUT

"ONE OFF was first established in Milan in 2003, within the context of the "Fabbrica del Vapore" project, as a rapid prototyping service specialised in the manufacture of models, functional prototypes and architectural models geared primarily for the design and architectural sectors. The workshop produces the models, the prototypes and the plastic models using a combination of extremely innovative technological methods together with traditional mechanical and engineering techniques, all of which are available in house and supported by extremely up to date information technology systems."
— excerpt from www.oneoff.it

IDEAS

Presentation

• We learned of the 4 different methods of Rapid Prototyping used by oneOFF.
• Their involvement the organization of "In Dust We Trust" and "Model Ideas."
• The development of the "industreal" brand to market products developed in the above mentioned exhibits.

Main Points

• They consider themselves a laboratory, not a studio.
• Thry act as a medium between the client and the techinques of Rapid Prototyping
• They develop ideas not products.

HERE IS WHAT WE LEARNED

We learned that ONE OFF is an excellent model for how a company in modern Italy should be structured, with their focus on concept and ideation being well-suited to the maturing knowledge economy. They make good use of information and communication technologies to extend the reach of their organization beyond their bricks and mortar location. They are able to market their specilized knowledge, and continue on the tradition of the model maker.

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