JP2024058307A - Fixtures System - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a fixture system in which the boundaries between adjacently arranged units are inconspicuous and which can accommodate the lower legs.
[Solution] The fixture system 100 is installed on the floor surface and comprises a number of unit units 1, 1 arranged adjacent to each other, and an upper member 2 arranged across the boundary portion 10 on the upper surfaces of the adjacently arranged unit units 1, 1.When the multiple unit units 1, 1 are arranged adjacent to each other, an inwardly recessed lower limb accommodation space S is formed on at least a portion of the side surfaces 12a, 15b, 12b of the unit units 1 that face in a direction along the floor surface and outward.
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Description

The present invention relates to a fixture system.

Traditionally, sofas have been installed in the work and lobby spaces of offices and public facilities, etc., so that users can relax and hold meetings, work, or relax on them. One such sofa that has been proposed is one that is made by placing multiple unit units, each with a block-shaped seating area, adjacent to each other on the floor or by connecting them together (see Patent Document 1 below).

Patent No. 6576774

However, the above-mentioned conventional technology has a problem in that the boundaries, such as the seams of the seating parts of adjacent units, are exposed and visible, which spoils the appearance of furniture such as sofas.
In addition, since the front end of the seat is formed along a vertical plane, if the user sits shallowly on the seat, the user cannot place the legs facing backwards, which causes the seating to be uncomfortable.

Therefore, the present invention was made in consideration of the above circumstances, and provides a fixture system in which the boundaries between adjacent units are inconspicuous and which can accommodate the lower legs.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention employs the following means.
In other words, the fixture system of the present invention comprises a plurality of unit units installed on a floor surface and arranged adjacent to each other, and an upper member arranged across the boundary between the upper surfaces of the adjacently arranged unit units, and when the plurality of unit units are arranged adjacent to each other, an inwardly recessed lower leg accommodation space is formed on at least a portion of the side of the unit units that faces in a direction along the floor surface and outward.

In a fixture system configured in this manner, the boundary between the upper surfaces of adjacently arranged unit units is covered by the upper member, preventing the boundary from being exposed and making it less noticeable, resulting in a good appearance. Furthermore, when multiple unit units are arranged adjacent to each other, a lower leg accommodation space that is recessed inward is formed on at least a portion of the side surface of the unit units that faces in a direction along the floor surface and outward. This allows the user to accommodate their lower legs in the lower leg accommodation space, improving comfort when using the system.

In addition, in the furniture system according to the present invention, the side surface of the unit on which the lower leg accommodation space is formed may be an inclined surface that gradually slopes inward as it extends downward.

In a fixture system configured in this way, the sides of the individual units are inclined, sloping gradually inward as they go downward. This allows for a large space to accommodate the lower legs, while also reducing the discomfort felt when the lower legs come into contact with the sides.

In addition, in the furniture system according to the present invention, the side surface of the unit on which the lower leg accommodation space is formed may be continuous with adjacent unit units.

In a fixture system configured in this manner, the side of the unit where the lower limb accommodation space is formed is continuous with adjacently arranged unit units. This allows the lower limb accommodation space to be continuously secured with adjacently arranged unit units, and prevents steps or the like from occurring at the boundary between the side faces of adjacently arranged unit units.

In addition, in the furniture system of the present invention, the upper member may be connected to the unit.

In a fixture system configured in this manner, the upper member is connected to the unit, which prevents the upper member from shifting or coming off the top surface of the unit.

In addition, in the fixture system of the present invention, the upper member may cover the entire upper surface of the plurality of unit units.

In a fixture system configured in this manner, the upper member covers the entire upper surface of the multiple unit units. This allows the appearance seen from above to be unified by the upper member, and prevents the ends of the upper member from being exposed on the upper surfaces of the unit units.

In addition, in the fixture system according to the present invention, the unitary units may be rectangular in plan view, and adjacent unitary units may be arranged so that their longitudinal directions are perpendicular to each other.

In a fixture system configured in this way, adjacent units that are rectangular in plan view are arranged so that their longitudinal directions are perpendicular to each other. This allows a space to accommodate the lower legs to be formed along the longitudinal direction, improving usability for users and increasing the stability of the fixture system when standing on its own.

In addition, in the furniture system of the present invention, the upper surface of the upper member may be a seating surface on which a person can sit.

In a furniture display system configured in this way, the top surface of the upper member is a seating surface that can be sat on, which prevents the boundaries between the individual units from being exposed to the seating surface, making it comfortable to sit on. In addition, a large space is provided to accommodate the lower legs, allowing the user to adopt a good seated posture.

In addition, in the fixture system of the present invention, the upper surface of the upper member may be a work surface on which work can be performed.

In a fixture system configured in this way, the top surface of the upper member is a work surface that can be worked on, which prevents the boundaries between the individual units from being exposed on the work surface, making it easy to use as a work surface. In addition, a large space can be secured to accommodate the lower legs when working on the work surface, making it easy to work with.

The fixture system of the present invention makes the boundaries between adjacent units less noticeable and can accommodate the lower legs.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a fixture system according to a first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 1 is an exploded perspective view of a fixture system according to a first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 1 is a plan view of a fixture system according to a first embodiment of the present invention. 1A and 1B show other examples of combinations of unit units in the fixture system according to the first embodiment of the present invention, where (a) is a plan view showing an example in which two unit units are arranged in a straight line, and (c) is a plan view showing an example in which three unit units are arranged in a U-shape. FIG. 4 is a plan view of a fixture system according to a second embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 11 is a plan view of a fixture system according to a third embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 11 is a cross-sectional view of a portion of a fixture system according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 13 is a perspective view of a fixture system according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention.

First Embodiment
Next, an embodiment of the present invention will be described based on the drawings. In the embodiments and modifications described below, the same reference numerals may be used to designate corresponding configurations, and the description may be omitted. In the following description, expressions indicating relative or absolute arrangements, such as "parallel,""orthogonal,""center," and "coaxial," not only strictly indicate such arrangements, but also indicate a state in which the two surfaces are relatively displaced with an angle or distance to an extent that allows a tolerance or the same function to be obtained. In this embodiment, "facing" does not only mean a case in which the orthogonal directions (normal directions) of the two surfaces are aligned with each other, but also includes a case in which the orthogonal directions intersect with each other.

<Fixture system>
FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a fixture system according to a first embodiment of the present invention.
The furniture system 100 shown in FIG. 1 is a sofa installed in the work space and lobby space of various facilities (offices, public facilities, etc.).

The fixture system 100 comprises a number of unit units 1 and an upper member 2. The fixture system 100 is constructed by selecting a number of unit units 1 and upper members 2 from unit units 1 of various shapes. The unit units 1 employed in the fixture system 100 may be referred to as unit units 1A and 1B, and the upper members 2 as upper member 2A. Note that when describing the components of unit unit 1A, A or a may be added to the end of the reference numerals, and when describing the components of unit unit 1B, B or b may be added to the end of the reference numerals.

<Unit>
FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view of the fixture system 100.
A plurality of unit units 1 are installed on a floor surface and arranged adjacent to each other. As shown in Fig. 2, each unit unit 1 has a box shape that is open in the vertical direction. When viewed from above, each unit unit 1 has a substantially rectangular shape.

The unit 1 has four side walls 12 to 15. The unit 1 is formed by processing a plate member made of a metal material such as stainless steel. The material from which the unit 1 is formed can be set as appropriate.

Side wall portion 12 and side wall portion 14 are disposed opposite each other. Side wall portion 13 and side wall portion 15 are disposed opposite each other. Side wall portion 12, side wall portion 13, side wall portion 14, and side wall portion 15 are formed in a flat plate shape. Side wall portion 12 and side wall portion 14 are longer than side wall portion 13 and side wall portion 15.

The plate surface of the side wall portion 12 is inclined relative to the vertical direction. The side surfaces 12a, 12b of the unit unit 1 on the side wall portions 12A, 12B are inclined surfaces that gradually incline toward the inside of the unit unit 1 as they extend downward. Below the side surfaces 12a, 12b of the side wall portions 12A, 12B, a lower limb accommodation space S that is recessed toward the inside of the unit unit 1 is formed. When the unit units 1 are arranged adjacent to each other, the side surfaces 12a, 12b face in a direction along the floor surface of the unit unit 1 and also face outward. The plate surface of the side wall portion 14 is arranged along the vertical direction.

The plate surfaces of side wall portion 13A and side wall portion 15A of unit 1A are arranged along the vertical direction.

The plate surfaces of side wall portions 13B and 15B of unit unit 1B are inclined relative to the vertical direction. Side surface 13b of side wall portion 13B and side surface 15b of side wall portion 15B are inclined surfaces that gradually incline toward the inside of unit unit 1 as they extend downward. Below side surface 13b of side wall portion 13B and below side surface 15b of side wall portion 15B, a lower leg accommodation space S that is recessed toward the inside of unit unit 1 is formed. When unit units 1 are arranged adjacent to each other, side surfaces 13b, 15b face in a direction along the floor surface of unit unit 1 and also face outward.

The unit units 1A and 1B are arranged so that their longitudinal directions are perpendicular to each other. In other words, the side wall portions 12A and 14A of the unit unit 1A and the side wall portions 12B and 14B of the unit unit 1B are perpendicular to each other.

The side wall portion 13A of the unit 1A and the side wall portion 14B of the unit 1B are arranged next to each other. The side wall portion 13A and the side wall portion 14B each have a mounting hole 16a formed therein. The bolt 16b is inserted into the mounting hole 16a, and the nut 16c is fastened. This connects the unit 1A and the unit 1B.

As shown in FIG. 1, the side surface 12a of the side wall portion 12A of the unit unit 1A is continuous with the side surface 15b of the side wall portion 15B of the unit unit 1B. The side surface 12a of the side wall portion 12A and the side surface 15b of the side wall portion 15B are formed in the same plane. This forms a lower limb accommodation space S that is continuous below the side surface 12a of the side wall portion 12A and below the side surface 15b of the side wall portion 15B.

<Upper member>
The upper member 2A is disposed above the unit units 1A and 1B. The upper member 2A is disposed across a boundary portion 10 of the upper surfaces 1u (see FIG. 2) of the adjacent unit units 1. The boundary portion 10 is a portion where a side wall portion 13A (see FIG. 2) of the unit unit 1A and a side wall portion 14B (see FIG. 2) of the unit unit 1B meet.

FIG. 3 is a plan view of fixture system 100.
As shown in Fig. 3, the upper member 2A covers the entire upper surface 1u of the unit units 1A and 1B. When viewed from above, the shape of the upper member 2A is complementary to the shape of the combined unit units 1A and 1B. When viewed from above, the unit units 1A and 1B are hidden by the upper member 2A and cannot be seen.

As shown in FIG. 2, an L-shaped metal fitting 17a is attached to the upper parts of side wall portion 13A, side wall portion 15A, side wall portion 13B, and side wall portion 14B by screws or the like as shown in the attached drawings. A screw 17b is inserted into a mounting hole of the L-shaped metal fitting 17a and is screwed into the lower surface of the upper member 2A. The method of connecting the unit 1 and the upper member 2A can be set as appropriate.

As shown in FIG. 1, the upper surface 2u of the upper member 2A is a seating surface on which the user P can sit. The upper surface 2u of the upper member 2A is formed, for example, from a member having cushioning properties, a member made of synthetic resin, a member made of steel plate, etc.

Next, another example of a combination using the above-mentioned units 1A and 1B will be described.
Figure 4 shows other examples of combinations of unit units in a fixture system, where (a) is a plan view showing an example in which two unit units are arranged in a straight line, and (c) is a plan view showing an example in which three unit units are arranged in a U-shape.
In the furniture system 101 shown in Fig. 4(a), two unit units 1A are arranged with their side walls 13A and 15A side by side. In the two unit units 1A, the side surfaces 12a of the side walls 12A are continuous, and a lower limb accommodation space S is formed continuously in the longitudinal direction of the two unit units 1A. The upper member 2B covers the boundary portion 10B between the unit units 1A and 1B, and covers the entire upper surface of the unit units 1A and the upper surface of the unit units 1B.

In the furniture system 102 shown in FIG. 4(b), unit units 1B are arranged on both sides of unit unit 1A. Side wall portion 14B of unit unit 1B is arranged adjacent to side wall portion 13A of unit unit 1A. Side wall portion 14B of unit unit 1B is arranged adjacent to side wall portion 15A of unit unit 1A. A lower limb accommodation space S is formed continuously with side surface 12b of side wall portion 12B of unit unit 1B, side surface 13b of side wall portion 13B of unit unit 1B, side surface 12a of side wall portion 12A of unit unit 1A, side surface 15b of side wall portion 15B of unit unit 1B, and side surface 12b of side wall portion 12B of unit unit 1B. Upper member 2C covers boundary portion 10C between unit unit 1A and unit unit 1B, and covers the entire upper surface of unit unit 1A and the upper surfaces of two unit units 1B.

In the fixture system 100 configured in this manner, the boundary 10 on the top surface 1u of adjacently arranged unit units 1 is covered by the upper member 2, preventing the boundary 10 from being exposed and making it less noticeable, resulting in a good appearance. Furthermore, when multiple unit units 1 are arranged adjacent to each other, a lower leg accommodation space S that is recessed inward is formed on the side surfaces 12a, 15b, 12b of the unit units 1 that face in a direction along the floor surface and outward. Therefore, the user P can accommodate the lower leg P1 in the lower leg accommodation space S, thereby increasing comfort during use.

In addition, the side surfaces 12a, 15b, and 12b of the unit 1 are inclined surfaces that gradually slope inward as they extend downward. This allows the lower limb accommodation space S to be wide, and also reduces the discomfort felt when the lower limbs come into contact with the side surfaces 12a, 15b, and 12b.

In addition, the side surfaces 12a, 15b, 12b of the unit unit 1 are continuous with adjacent unit units 1. This allows the lower limb accommodation space S to be continuously secured with adjacent unit units 1, and prevents steps or the like from occurring at the boundary between the side surfaces 12a and 15b of adjacent unit units 1.

In addition, since the upper member 2 is connected to the unit 1, it is possible to prevent the upper member 2 from shifting or coming off from the upper surface 1u of the unit 1.

The upper member 2 also covers the entire upper surface 1u of the multiple unit units 1. This allows the appearance seen from above to be unified by the upper member 2, and prevents the ends of the upper member 2 from being exposed on the upper surface 1u of the unit units 1.

Also, adjacently arranged unit units 1, which are rectangular in plan view, are arranged so that their longitudinal directions are perpendicular to each other. This allows the formation of a lower limb accommodation space S along the longitudinal direction, improving the ease of use for the user P and increasing the self-supporting stability of the fixture system.

In addition, the upper surface 2u of the upper member 2 is a seating surface on which the user can sit, and this prevents the boundary portion 10 of the unit 1 from being exposed to the seating surface, making it comfortable to sit on. In addition, a large space S for accommodating the lower legs is provided, allowing the user to adopt a good seating posture.

Second Embodiment
Next, a fixture system according to a second embodiment of the present invention will be described mainly with reference to Fig. 5. In the embodiment described below, the configurations corresponding to the above-described embodiment may be denoted by the same reference numerals and the description thereof may be omitted.
FIG. 5 is a plan view of a fixture system according to a second embodiment of the present invention.
5, in the fixture system 103 according to this embodiment, the shape of the upper member 2D is slightly smaller than the shape of the combined unit units 1A and 1B when viewed from above. The end 21 of the upper member 2D is arc-shaped. When viewed from above, the portions of the unit units 1A and 1B that are outside the upper member 2D, i.e., the portions 18 outside the end 21, are exposed. In this way, since the shape of the upper member 2D is slightly smaller than the shape of the combined unit units 1A and 1B when viewed from above, the unit units 1A and 1B may be partially exposed.

In the fixture system 103 configured in this manner, the boundary 10 on the top surface 1u of adjacently arranged unit units 1 is covered by the upper member 2D, preventing the boundary 10 from being exposed and making it less noticeable, resulting in a good appearance. Furthermore, when multiple unit units 1 are arranged adjacent to each other, a lower leg accommodation space S that is recessed inward is formed on the side surfaces 12a, 15b, 12b of the unit units 1 that face in a direction along the floor surface and outward. Therefore, the user P can accommodate the lower leg P1 in the lower leg accommodation space S, thereby increasing comfort during use.

Third Embodiment
Next, a fixture system according to a third embodiment of the present invention will be described mainly with reference to FIG.
FIG. 6 is a plan view of a fixture system according to a third embodiment of the present invention.
6, in the furniture system 104 according to this embodiment, the shape of the upper member 2E is a complementary shape that is slightly larger than the shape of the combination of the unit units 1A and 1B when viewed from above. The unit units 1A and 1B are hidden by the upper member 2E when viewed from above and cannot be seen.

In the fixture system 104 configured in this manner, the boundary 10 on the top surface 1u of adjacently arranged unit units 1 is covered by the upper member 2E, preventing the boundary 10 from being exposed and making it less noticeable, resulting in a good appearance. Furthermore, when multiple unit units 1 are arranged adjacent to each other, a lower leg accommodation space S that is recessed inward is formed on the side surfaces 12a, 15b, 12b of the unit units 1 that face in a direction along the floor surface and outward. Therefore, the user P can accommodate the lower leg P1 in the lower leg accommodation space S, thereby increasing comfort during use.

(Fourth embodiment)
Next, a fixture system according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described mainly with reference to FIG.
FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view of a portion of a fixture system according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention.
7, in the furniture system 105 according to this embodiment, an outwardly facing side surface 12c of a unit 1C is formed with an inwardly recessed lower leg accommodation space S. The unit 1C is provided with an outwardly extending protruding portion 11, the protruding end surface of which is the side surface 12c, and the lower portion of the protruding portion 11 is formed as the lower leg accommodation space S. The upper member 2F is provided on the upper side of the unit 1C.

In the fixture system 105 configured in this manner, the boundary 10 on the top surface 1u of adjacently arranged unit units 1C is covered by the upper member 2F, preventing the boundary 10 from being exposed and making it less noticeable, resulting in a good appearance. Furthermore, when multiple unit units 1 are arranged adjacent to each other, a lower leg accommodation space S that is recessed inward is formed on the side surface 12c of the unit unit 1 that faces outward and faces in a direction along the floor surface. Therefore, the user P can accommodate the lower leg P1 in the lower leg accommodation space S, thereby increasing comfort during use.

Fifth Embodiment
Next, a fixture system according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention will be described mainly with reference to FIG.
FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a fixture system according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention.
As shown in Fig. 8, the furniture system 106 according to this embodiment is an enlarged version of the furniture system 100 according to the first embodiment. The furniture system 106 is a table installed in the office space and lobby space of various facilities (offices, public facilities, etc.). A user P uses the furniture system 106 by sitting on a chair D installed facing the furniture system 106. The user P sitting on the chair D can place his/her lower limbs P1 in the lower limb accommodation space S formed below the side surfaces 12a, 15b, and 12b of the furniture system 106. The upper surface 2u of the upper member 2 is a work surface on which work can be performed.

In the fixture system 106 configured in this manner, the boundary 10 on the top surface 1u of adjacently arranged unit units 1 is covered by the upper member 2, preventing the boundary 10 from being exposed and making it less noticeable, resulting in a good appearance. Furthermore, when multiple unit units 1 are arranged adjacent to each other, a lower leg accommodation space S that is recessed inward is formed on the side surfaces 12a, 15b, 12b of the unit units 1 that face in a direction along the floor surface and outward. Therefore, the user P can accommodate the lower leg P1 in the lower leg accommodation space S, thereby increasing comfort during use.

In addition, since the upper surface 2u of the upper member 2 is a work surface on which work can be performed, the exposure of the boundary portion 10 of the unit 1 to the work surface can be suppressed, improving usability as a work surface. In addition, since a large lower limb accommodation space S can be secured when working using the work surface, workability can be improved.

(Other Modifications)
Although the preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described above, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments. Addition, omission, substitution, and other modifications of the configuration are possible without departing from the spirit of the present invention. The present invention is not limited by the above description, but is limited only by the scope of the attached claims.

In the above embodiment, the unit 1 is box-shaped and open in the vertical direction, but is not limited to this configuration. The shape of the unit can be set appropriately, and it may be made of a solid material, or it may be closed at the bottom and open only at the top.

In the above embodiment, the unit 1 has a substantially rectangular shape when viewed from above, but is not limited to this configuration. The shape of the unit can be set as appropriate, and may be substantially square when viewed from above, or may be a triangle, a polygon with pentagons or more sides, a circle, an ellipse, etc.

In the above embodiment, the bolt 16b is inserted into the mounting hole 16a of the side wall portion 13A and the side wall portion 14B, and the nut 16c is fastened to the bolt 16b to connect the unit unit 1A and the unit unit 1B, but this is not limited to the above. The method of connecting the unit unit 1A and the unit unit 1B can be set appropriately, and for example, the side wall portion 13A and the side wall portion 14B may be clamped with a clip material, or the side wall portion 13A and the side wall portion 14B may be joined with an adhesive, double-sided tape, etc.

In the above-described embodiment, the lower leg accommodation space S is formed below the side surface 12a of the side wall portion 12A, the side surface 12b of the side wall portion 12B, the side surface 13b of the side wall portion 13B, and the side surface 15b of the side wall portion 15B of the fixture system 100, but this is not limited to the above. It is sufficient that the lower leg accommodation space S is formed on at least a part of the side surface of the unit unit 1 that faces in a direction along the floor surface and outward when multiple unit units 1 are arranged adjacent to each other. For example, the lower leg accommodation space S may be formed only below the side surface 12a of the side wall portion 12A among the sides of the fixture system 100.

In the above-described embodiment, an example in which the upper member is arranged across two adjacent unit units (one boundary portion) or across three adjacent unit units (two boundary portions) has been shown, but this is not limiting. The upper member may be arranged across four or more unit units (three boundary portions).

In addition, the components in the above-described embodiment may be replaced with well-known components as appropriate without departing from the spirit of the present invention, and the above-described modified examples may be combined as appropriate.

1, 1A, 1B, 1C Unit 2, 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D, 2E, 2F Upper member 2u Upper surface 10, 10B, 10C Boundary 12a, 15b, 12b Side surface 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106 Furniture system P1 Lower limb S Lower limb accommodation space

Claims (8)

A plurality of units are installed on a floor surface and arranged adjacent to each other;
an upper member disposed across a boundary portion of the upper surfaces of the adjacently disposed unit units;
When the multiple unit units are arranged adjacent to each other, a lower leg accommodation space is formed inwardly recessed on at least a portion of the side surface of the unit units that faces in a direction along the floor surface and outward. The fixture system according to claim 1, wherein the side surface of the unit on which the lower leg accommodation space is formed is an inclined surface that gradually slopes inward as it extends downward. The fixture system according to claim 2, wherein the side surface of the unit in which the lower leg accommodation space is formed is continuous with adjacently arranged unit units. The fixture system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the upper member is connected to the unit. The fixture system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the upper member covers the entire upper surface of the plurality of units. The unit has a rectangular shape in a plan view,
The fixture system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein adjacently arranged unit units are arranged so that their longitudinal directions are perpendicular to each other. The furniture system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the upper surface of the upper member is a seating surface on which a person can sit. The fixture system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the upper surface of the upper member is a work surface on which work can be performed.

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