Modular furniture system

Abstract

In one embodiment of the present invention, a kit comprises interchangeable base panels, short side panels, tall side panels, at least one short back panel, at least one tall back panel, at least one horizontal divider, at least one short vertical divider, and at least one tall vertical divider. The base, side, and back panels, and the horizontal and vertical dividers, are selectively assemblable to form at least two disassemblable configurations, including a cubbie configuration and a locker configuration. In certain embodiments, the cubbie configuration includes the base panels, the short side panels, the short back panel, the horizontal divider, and the short vertical divider. Additionally, in certain embodiments, the locker configuration includes the base panels, the tall side panels, the tall back panel, the horizontal divider, and the tall vertical divider.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]This invention relates to a modular furniture system, and more specifically to a system having panels and multiple interlocking dividers to form various furniture configurations.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Modular furniture is a popular method of furnishing in places such as schools. Standard pieces of modular furniture include various components, some of which are similar, and often identical, that assemble together to form pieces of furniture. Typically such arrangements are not intended to be disassembled. In the traditional arrangement, furniture, and even modular furniture, is bulky and weighty, and is thus costly to transport. Kits used to create a specific structure which is intended to be permanent often require fasteners and tools for assembly, include larger and heavier components and may require instructions or training for assembly.[0003]There is a need for an improved modular furniture system. Certain embodiments of the present invention...

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Benefits of technology

[0004]In certain embodiments of the present invention, modular furniture systems and arrangements have interlocking inner dividers and outer panels to create various furniture pieces, such as cubbies or lockers. Certain embodiments are packaged as kits which can be easily shipped and assembled. The kits have components which are preferably interchangeable and connectable to form various configurations. In certain embodiments, the components of the arrangements are removably and slideably connectable, with the components having slots, grooves or shelves to engage each other. The inner dividers, outer panels, and overall assembly can be arranged vertically, horizontally and / or stacked as desired. In preferred embodiments, kits include two base panels and various other components, so that an arrangement including the two base panels with a desired combination of other panels and dividers can be created. In certain embodiments, kits include hinge assemblies so that one or more modular furniture arrangements can be connected together to form an overall assembly.

Problems solved by technology

In the traditional arrangement, furniture, and even modular furniture, is bulky and weighty, and is thus costly to transport.

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