VERPAN

/ 2021

14

Barboy / White

BARBOY/

1963

Panton designed the Barboy at a time when he

was inspired by free, mobile rooms. The idea was

that spontaneous conversations could take place

without bumping into obstacles.

It was from this spirit that the idea for the Barboy

emerged: a mobile storage unit, which, apart from

serving as a drinks cabinet in the living room, could

also work as a practical little chest of drawers.

Panton’s goal was to design a piece of furniture,

which, besides providing storage for bottles,

glasses and other cocktail utensils, would also be

perfect for use in a bedroom, hallway or office.