Tetris is a very well known arcade game that has many fans and addicts among its followers and lovers. Nintendo geeks almost dream of these blocks day and night. It is not that this is a game only for geeks. Almost anyone who has ever played a video game, would have definitely enjoyed a game of Tetris. This love for the game has inspired many designers to create many products based on these addictive blocks. We present 10 such designs here.
1. Wooden Tetris Table
This is a creation from Jonas Samson. Made entirely from wood, the table is constituted by blocks of different shades of brown. The color of the blocks range from light brown to black-brown and give a very warm and cozy feel to the table. The shapes cannot be strictly called Tetris shapes, but they definitely give an appearance of the same. And just like Tetris blocks come in different varieties, the blocks here too appear to have been made from different varieties of wood. This is ideal for use as a tea-table.
2. Tetris Mirror
This mirror is built of acrylic panels which are mirrored. There are 13 pieces shaped as Tetris blocks and they can be assembled into a rectangular block mirror or into many possible random shapes. It is good news that these pieces do not actually come down with the pace at which they fall in the classic Tetris game, else you would definitely have a century of bad luck on your hands! You can purchase this mirror with either a silver finish or with a gold finish and it comes in two sizes – A4 and A3.
3. Tetris Couch
This is a real geeky sofa! In the picture it appears as one big couch. In reality, it is actually a combination of 8 different small couches. Each of these couches is shaped like a Tetris block. Designed by Stefano Grasselli, the couch comes in vibrant colors and each couch has 4 legs. Arrange these delightful blocks the way you like in your homes.
4. Tetris Dinnerware Plates Design
Tetris innovations are now on the table too. Here is a complete dinner set that has been designed as the Tetris bricks. It definitely breaks the monotony of circular crockery. It is a real elegant way to serve pastries, snacks and savories. The best part of this design is the intelligence that has gone into its making. The dinner set can be neatly assembled into a rectangle for carrying around. And it will be real fun for the guests to compare their Tetris shapes!
5. Tetris Furniture Design
Here is the closest you can come to playing the classic arcade game Tetris in real life. All gaming lovers have to thank Diego Silvero for them. These are blocks shaped as Tetris bricks and just like in the game, these blocks too can be arranged and modeled into the shapes and sizes that we desire. You can make use of them to decorate and spruce up any room. The best part is that you can clear a complete mess by simply stacking up your furniture and get appreciated for it too!
6. Tetris Blocks Ice Tray
Here is some fun pass time for a lazy evening. Use the Tetris-blocks shaped icebox to make ice. No longer can we call them as ice ‘cubes’ for they are in all possible shapes. The fun part is here; after you make the ice, take out the blocks and try to chill out with a quick game of Tetris before the ice begins to thaw and melt! This definitely would be a fun activity before a round of drinks! The ice boxes are available in different colors.
7. Tetris Table
This is a concept table that has been designed by Jared Kohn. It is made with Tetris bricks and comes in varied and vibrant colors. It carries a casual attitude about it and will suit any casual room at home. It is well suited for children’s activities and can be used as a discussion table for any relaxed meeting. It can be used either indoors or outdoors and for those who are hooked to the game, this is a real beauty of a table.
8. Tetris Salt and Pepper Shaker Set
Now here is another dining-table innovation that shows what a legendary game Tetris is. The P shaped piece is the pepper grinder cum shaker. The S shaped piece is the salt dispenser and the T shaped piece is an extra piece for storage. These exotic shakers look delicate but are sturdy and made of poplar wood. The pepper grinder is the usual one that was incorporated into a Tetris shape.
9. Tetris (Flower) Pots
The Estonian Academy of Arts in Tallinn has come out with Tetris blocks shaped flower pots. It was released in 2007. Made completely from ceramic, these blocks are a few inches in size. Thus, they can be used as decorative pieces on the center table of the furniture set. It is sure to tempt a guest into trying to arrange the pots into a regular shape.
10. Tetris Level 9 Soaps
These Tetris blocks are actually pieces of soap! They have become so popular that their maker, who made them as a hobby, is planning a shift in career and into full time soap making! As always, you can have a piece of fun every time you go to wash your hands. A completely vegan product, it is sure to find global appeal.