JP2010536509A - Wardrobe storage system - Google Patents

Abstract

  A storage system in a narrow space is useful for storing and displaying elongated clothing accessories. This system includes a frame 51 and a storage device 61. The storage device 61 is attached to a part of the frame 51, and includes a plurality of containers 71 and a plurality of bracket groups 72 and 73A-73F. Each bracket group 72, 73A-73F among the plurality of bracket groups 72, 73A-73F includes a plurality of brackets, and each bracket 77 in the bracket group 72 is in the bracket group 72 along one line. The other brackets 77 are arranged at different vertical and horizontal positions. Accordingly, each of the items hanging from the bracket 77 can be seen from one surface of the storage device 61 during use.

Description

  The present invention relates to a storage system, and more particularly, but not exclusively, to a wardrobe storage system for efficiently using a wardrobe space.

  Conventional wardrobe storage devices cannot efficiently use the wardrobe space. In addition, the traditional wardrobe format cannot easily store many clothing items such as belts, scarves, ties or the like, so these items are often scattered, damaged or lost. there were.

  There is an ongoing interest in providing a storage system for costumes and costume accessories that can more efficiently utilize the available wardrobe or bedroom space. An ideal storage system can be easily integrated into a wardrobe or other confined space, separating storage items and visually checking these items without having to re-arrange the storage items excessively It is easy to do, and is relatively stable, and the usable storage space can be used efficiently.

  It is an object of the present invention to provide an improved storage system for wardrobes and an alternative to existing wardrobe storage systems.

    In one aspect of the present invention, a frame and a storage device that is movably attached to a part of the frame, the storage device includes a plurality of containers and a plurality of bracket groups, and the plurality of brackets. Each of the groups includes a plurality of brackets, and each bracket in a given bracket group is disposed at different vertical and horizontal positions along one line with respect to the other brackets in the bracket group, thereby A storage system in a narrow space in which each of the items hanging from the bracket is visible from one side of the storage device during use.

One bracket group in the plurality of bracket groups may be coupled to an end wall of the storage device.
One bracket group in the plurality of bracket groups may be coupled to an arm extending downward from a bottom panel of the storage device.

The frame may be an upper part of the cabinet.
The frame may include a first end of a movable arm, and the storage device may be attached to a second end of the movable arm.

The storage device may include an extendable orbit mechanism.
The plurality of brackets in one bracket group may be configured to hang an elongated clothing accessory including a belt, a tie, or a scarf.

The figure which shows the storage system which has a single rail support part based on the predetermined embodiment of this invention. The front view of the system in FIG. The figure which shows the example of a change of a storage system. The figure which shows the example of a change of a support frame. 1 is a perspective view showing a storage system embodied in a built-in cabinet according to a predetermined embodiment of the present invention. The perspective view which shows the built-in cabinet in FIG. 5 in the state which the door opened and the storage apparatus was exposed. FIG. 7 is an enlarged perspective view of the storage device of FIG. 6 according to a predetermined embodiment of the present invention, showing a plurality of containers and a plurality of bracket groups. It is a perspective view which expands and further shows the storage device in FIG. The perspective view which shows the storage apparatus actualized by the built-in cabinet based on another modification of this invention. The perspective view which shows the built-in cabinet in FIG. 9 in the state which the door opened and the storage apparatus was exposed.

  Embodiments of the present invention include a wardrobe storage system. In order to avoid confusing the disclosure of the present invention by unnecessarily describing details that are apparent to those skilled in the art based on this description, in order to understand the embodiments of the present invention in the drawings, FIG. The components of the invention are shown in the form of a concise outline showing only the characteristic details required.

  In this patent specification, for example, “first” and “second”, “left” and “right”, “front” and “rear”, “top” and “bottom”, etc. Adjectives are only used to distinguish one element from another, and are not necessarily meant to limit the specific relative position or arrangement that the adjective indicates. For example, a word such as “consisting of” or “including” does not define a series of exclusive elements or methods. Rather, these words define a minimal set of elements or methods that are included in a particular embodiment of the present invention. Of course, the present invention can be implemented in different ways for different wardrobes, and this description is given by way of example only.

  Referring to the drawings, FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating a wardrobe storage system according to certain embodiments of the present invention. A support frame 11 is attached inside the wardrobe, and a movable arm 12 is connected to the support frame 11. The movable arm 12 can extend and retract in the direction indicated by the perspective double-headed arrow 13 and pass in front of the wardrobe. The rail 17 is fixed to the front face of the wardrobe so as to be perpendicular to the front face. A storage means 14 is coupled to the movable arm 12 that extends or retracts from the rail 17, and the storage means 14 includes a container for storing personal items. These containers can optionally include, for example, drawers, racks, hooks, boxes, containers, or the like. The openings in these containers, boxes and other partitioned storage containers may be covered by doors, lids, or spring lids to ensure that the items stored in the containers do not fall outside. One or more than two fences traversing the front may be provided. The rear of these containers may be covered with gauze, lattices, nets, or other translucent members so that light can enter these containers and easily see objects in the containers. Can be confirmed. Alternatively, the rear of the container may be surrounded by a solid panel.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the frame 25 of the storage system is fixed to the horizontal surface 23. This horizontal surface 23 can be, for example, the wardrobe ceiling or the bottom of a shelf. For example, the frame 25 can be fixed to the wardrobe by fastening the frame 25 to the bottom of a predetermined surface using a bolt 29. This frame 25 is fixed between the rear wall 22 of the wardrobe and the front part 28 of the wardrobe. As shown in FIG. 1, the frame 11 can be secured between vertical structures including pillars 15 located in the wardrobe. Arbitrary mechanisms such as hooks 26 and racks 24 may be present in the storage device. The fronts of these containers may have a fence 27 that extends across the front. The exemplary apparatus shown in FIG. 2 includes two drawers 21, but an apparatus with more or fewer drawers may be employed.

  In FIG. 3, a smaller storage system is schematically shown. In order to attach the storage system to wardrobes of different depth and width, it is anticipated that the dimensions of the storage system will be changed. Smaller storage systems are preferred, for example, in hotel wardrobes and apartment wardrobes and closets. On the other hand, larger systems are preferred for home wardrobes and closets.

  This wardrobe system may be configured primarily to accommodate male accessories such as bow ties, belts, cufflinks, socks, handkerchiefs, ties, and the like, instead of more female accessories, For example, it may be configured to be suitable for scarves, stockings, lingerie, gloves, jewelry, and the like. The storage system may include a drawer or container with a lockable door to protect valuables or similar items that require safer storage. A double-sided storage device is also envisioned, and this storage device includes a series of spaced containers on both the front and back of the device. Both sides of the storage device can have the same configuration. That is, the configuration on one side can be duplicated on the opposite side. Alternatively, the containers on both sides may be different. For example, one side is suitable for storing male accessories and the other side is suitable for storing female accessories. Further, the storage device may include a single series of containers having a front opening and a rear opening and usable from both sides. This storage system not only organizes adult costumes and accessories, but instead is applied to children's wardrobe, a container suitable for storing children's costumes, toys and other tools in the children's wardrobe Can be provided. If these containers are boxes, a cover, door, fence, or other type of holding element is added to the front of the container as required to ensure that items in these containers do not fall out May be.

  As will be apparent to those skilled in the art, the components of the wardrobe system can be formed of materials in a range of materials including metal, wood, plastic, or other synthetic materials. The components of this wardrobe system can be formed by handmade, machined, or preformed.

  FIG. 4 is a rear perspective view showing a predetermined wardrobe system. The system shown comprises two parallel arms 41 that support the storage device. This storage device slides into or out of the wardrobe based on the expansion and contraction movement of the arm 41 attached to the portion 43 of the storage device, as indicated by the perspective double-headed arrow 42. Can slide. The rear part of the storage device is covered with a lattice 44. The lattice 44 allows light to enter each storage chamber of the storage device, thereby making it easier to visually check the items inside.

  FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing a storage system according to a predetermined embodiment of the present invention, and this storage system is a built-in cabinet 51. The cabinet 51 is shown with the doors 52, 53 closed and the handle 54 extending along the doors 52, 53.

  FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing the cabinet 51 with the doors 52 and 53 open. A storage device 61 is movably fixed to the frame including the upper portion of the cabinet 51, and the storage device 61 extends from the cabinet 51 to the outside. For example, the storage device 61 can be slidably fixed to the cabinet 51 by the telescopic track mechanism 62.

  FIG. 7 is an enlarged perspective view of the storage device 61, showing a plurality of containers 71 and a plurality of bracket groups 72, 73A, 73B, 73C, 73D, 73E, and 73F according to a predetermined embodiment of the present invention. . The container 71 includes a plurality of boxes open at the ends and two drawers 76. These boxes and drawers are for storing items such as T-shirts, socks, shorts, and other small items. It is. Each bracket group 72, 73A, 73B, 73C, 73D, 73E, 73E includes a plurality of brackets. For example, a plurality of brackets 77 are included in the bracket group 72. Each bracket in one bracket group is arranged at a different vertical position and horizontal position with respect to other brackets in the bracket group along a predetermined line. For example, the bracket 77 in the bracket group 72 is disposed along the line 78, and each bracket 77 protrudes outward from the end wall 79 of the storage device 61 rather than each bracket 77 above it. Therefore, for example, when different belts hang down from each bracket 77 during use, these belts are hung so as to be stacked on the end wall 79. However, a part of each belt is maintained in a state where it can be seen from at least the vertical space between the pair of brackets 77. As a result, elongate clothing accessories such as belts, ties and scarves can be stored in a compact and compact form, and when each accessory is stored, at least a part of each accessory can be visually confirmed. it can.

  FIG. 8 is an enlarged perspective view showing the storage device 61. In FIG. 8, a plurality of bracket groups 73A, 73B, 73C, 73D, 73E, and 73F are shown, and a plurality of ties are provided from each bracket group. It is drooping. As shown in the figure, the user can visually check at least a part of each tie of the user without touching or moving any of the plurality of ties. There is no need to move a lot of hanging ties around to find a tie that suits you.

  FIG. 9 is a perspective view of a storage system according to still another embodiment of the present invention, and this storage system is embodied in a built-in cabinet 91. The cabinet 91 is shown with the door 92 closed.

  FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing the built-in cabinet 91 with the door 92 open. A storage device 101 is movably fixed to the upper portion of the cabinet 91, and the storage device 101 extends from the cabinet 91 to the outside. For example, the storage device 101 can be slidably fixed to the cabinet 91 by the telescopic track mechanism 102. The storage device 101 includes a plurality of containers, and the size of these containers can be adjusted by the user. Also, a plurality of bracket groups 103A, 103B, 103C, and 103D are shown, and each bracket in one bracket group is connected to an arm 104 that extends downward from the bottom panel of the storage device 101. Therefore, in the plurality of bracket groups 103A, 103B, 103C, and 103D, one bracket is provided in each bracket group in the same manner as the above-described plurality of bracket groups 72, 73A, 73B, 73C, 73D, 73E, and 73F. Along the line, they are arranged at different vertical and horizontal positions with respect to other brackets in the same bracket group. During use of the storage device, at least a part of each item hanging from the brackets in the bracket groups 103A, 103B, 103C, and 103D is in a state of being visible from one surface of the storage device 101.

  The above description of various embodiments of the present invention is intended to illustrate those skilled in the art. This is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the single disclosed embodiment. As mentioned above, one of ordinary skill in the art can readily devise many variations and modifications of the present invention in view of the above teachings. Thus, although some implementation modifications have been described in detail, those skilled in the art can readily conceive or develop other embodiments. Accordingly, this specification is intended to cover all modifications, improvements, and variations of the invention described herein as well as other embodiments that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the invention as described above.

Claims (8)

  A frame and a storage device movably attached to a part of the frame, wherein the storage device includes a plurality of containers and a plurality of bracket groups, and each of the plurality of bracket groups includes a plurality of brackets. Each bracket in a given bracket group is arranged along one line at different vertical and horizontal positions relative to the other brackets in the bracket group, thereby hanging from said bracket during use Each item to be stored is a storage system in a narrow space that is visible from one side of the storage device.   The system according to claim 1, wherein at least one bracket group in the plurality of bracket groups is coupled to an end wall of the storage device.   The system of claim 1, wherein at least one bracket group in the plurality of bracket groups is coupled to an arm extending downwardly from a bottom panel of the storage device.   The system of claim 1, wherein the frame is an upper portion of a cabinet.   The system of claim 1, wherein the frame includes a first end of a movable arm, and the storage device is attached to a second end of the movable arm.   The system according to claim 1, wherein the storage device includes a telescopic track mechanism.   The system of claim 1, wherein the plurality of brackets in at least one of the plurality of bracket groups is adapted to hang an elongated clothing accessory.   The system of claim 7, wherein the elongated clothing accessory comprises a belt, tie, or scarf.

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