London, UK
In 2011, Yeonju Yang and Claudio Ripol, two design graduates of the Royal College of Art in London, established the Yang Ripol Design Studio, a multidisciplinary consultancy. Before that, Yang spent six years working for AB Rogers Design, and Ripol worked for Christoph Behling and Solarlab on projects for companies such as Dior and Nokia. They are currently designing for international clients and developing products and spaces.
Diabolo is a distinctive toilet roll holder. The flexibility of the cord allows multiple combinations, and the length can be adapted to fit the available space.
The Shaving Brush is made by traditional methods combined with laser cutting and manual machining. The sleeve contains magnets that attach to the steel rods, ensuring that the brush dries properly to prolong its life.
The wooden Flat Zoo game consists of five pieces printed on both sides. These can be combined in pairs to create different animals, including an elephant.