Justin Gargasz’s “Vessel” is a coat with a secret. Tucked inside the back of the jacket is a one person tent. The expandable clothing lets the wearer pop out instant accommodations wherever they may be. Set up is as easy as anchoring the front of the tent to a stationary vertical object, like a tree, and staking out the four corners.
For being such a utilitarian piece of gear, the Vessel cuts a surprisingly inconspicuous profile. The tent section is coiled in such a way that it’s barely noticeable. It’s also reversible, and can be worn as a satchel if temperatures get too hot. A useful example of multi-purpose design.
[via Treehugger]
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I feel like our expectations are growing – designs should be modular AND multi-purpose. Getting more use out of objects that change, depending upon our needs.
March 12th, 2009 at 1:48 pm
that is awesome, where can I get one?
March 12th, 2009 at 1:51 pm
Dude, sign me up.
March 12th, 2009 at 1:55 pm
More often than not a lot of these modular, multi-items are less useful than they seem since they just end up getting turned into one of their modes and left that way. But this one I can actually see being a possible item for someone like a daypacker or ultralight hiker.
March 12th, 2009 at 2:27 pm
this will be handy for all the upcoming homeless folks as the economy continues to implode.
March 12th, 2009 at 5:23 pm
i’m bying 5, for my husban & mee & my 3 illegities.
March 12th, 2009 at 5:27 pm
I love the idea of this jacket that turns into a one man tent! I’m definitely going to keep my eye on psfk.com.
March 12th, 2009 at 6:22 pm
What is the weight of the vessel?
March 14th, 2009 at 1:59 am
Its not a tent just because you stretch out/up the top of a sleeping bag. Yea, more of a sleeping bag.
March 15th, 2009 at 2:38 pm
Yes, but then you are left diggin in the snow next to a fucking tree in your bare t-shirt.
Not for weather where one would actually need a good jacket.
March 15th, 2009 at 7:36 pm
I think this is great, but like the previous comment… the only flaw I see is that when it is cold at night, you don’t have your coat anymore. hmmm.
March 17th, 2009 at 10:55 am
hell i think it would make a great backpacking tent. you dont need a lot of clothing for that, and anything you de need, you pack in. beats bringing poles and such
March 17th, 2009 at 7:39 pm
Really neat! The jacket isn’t the best-looking article of clothing, but it could be a lifesaver if a storm hit during a mountain hike.
March 18th, 2009 at 10:04 pm
Pass em out by the 10,000’s to the homeless!
March 20th, 2009 at 8:58 pm
What happens if it rains?
March 20th, 2009 at 9:35 pm
To the people complaining about maybe needing a jacket in cold weather; did you miss the part where it says “can be worn as a satchel?” Just bring your own jacket make it into a satchel.
March 21st, 2009 at 2:19 am
make it into a satchel*
March 21st, 2009 at 2:19 am
very nice, like it :D AND I WANTed now:)
wheer i kan buy it??? eny one??
March 21st, 2009 at 4:41 pm
very cool designs, really like it
March 22nd, 2009 at 10:52 am
Where can I get one, let me know.
March 23rd, 2009 at 1:09 am
would also be great as a backup tent- I mean, you’re away from your bassecamp or out for a day and get lost, could come in handy. nothing’s a substitute for survival skills and preparedness though.
also would be good if you were homeless- would love to know where to get one
March 23rd, 2009 at 2:35 am
I like the idea. They should be purchased by charities and organisations dealing with homeless people to give them those tents for free
March 23rd, 2009 at 6:00 pm
Excellent
May 25th, 2009 at 12:53 am