I wish I had heard about these earlier. I just finished up adding all the outlets to a newly renovated basement and until now the only choices you had were the older style double round plugs or the rectangular 'decora' style. Both styles require a cover plate to hide the wires and holes that come with installing plugs and switches. The area of plugs is not one that is usually known for innovation but Bocci has now added a third style to the mix. If minimalism is your thing, you will want to take notice of this one.
Bocci 22: The Outlet for Minimalists
The 22 is an electrical outlet that removes the need and visual clutter of cover plates scattered all over the wall. It has a completely built in look, only exposing the essentials through the drywall. We were curious how you actually pull this look off so we took a look through the installation instructions. If you do decide to go with this style of plug be ready to pay a hefty sum for labor or become a drywall mudding expert.
Regardless, the 22 is a welcome detail to this neglected part of the home, and we are curious to see what else Bocci has up their sleeve when it comes to interior electrical accessories. Visit the Bocci site here
-via Mocoloco
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i weep for the guy that has to replace one of them, but damn that is hot
view vinegar's profile
I'm not ready to change out all my existing outlets with that, but maybe in the future. Anyone know the price of one of these?
view chin's profile
they look kinda sad and dissapointed. poor sockets
view chusmabilly's profile
I want to put a happy smile on those.
view genxmom's profile
Slick design, but this will never fly in the USA ... code requires access to the junction box in the wall.
view robyn's profile
According to gizmodo they have a special tool for pulling out the socket that lets it work in the US.
http://gizmodo.com/392155/bocci-wallplugs-if-apple-designed-a-power-outlet
view evilpenguin81's profile
as someone who saw the demo and has minimal drywall experience, i was sold. these things are amazing. honestly it was one of the best things i saw at icff this year. simple and brilliant. bravo bocci!
view pl10014's profile
wouldn't whatever you were plugging in be more likely to scratch your wall?
view Enamorada's profile
I'd rather just see three holes in the drywall for the outlet...
view akatsuki's profile
NICE!
view phauxtoe's profile
I looooooove this.
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