the bamboolarule from baskerville studio is such a simple, but clever idea. after seeing his arthritic grandfather having trouble picking up a flat ruler in his architecture studio, james at baskerville studio decided to create a clean, modern ruler that would be easier to pick up. the bamboo for bamboolarule is steamed and bent into an arc so fingers can easily pass underneath to pick up the piece. also, by needing to use a little bit of pressure to press it down, it reduces slipping when drawing. the bamboolarule is still in prototype form, but i think it’s such a great idea- and a wonderful example of clever design solving a real problem. click here for more information and to contact baskervillestudio.
