Computer KIT A modular all-in-one computer built entirely from reclaimed laptop components. By upcycling parts through a dedicated pipeline, the project transforms discarded machines into a functional desktop, questioning the life cycle of electronics while proposing new ways of designing, assembling, and repairing our everyday tools.
Modular Mounting System
A custom 3D-printed support system was developed to adapt 13"–15" laptop motherboards for desktop use. Compatible with VESA mounts, it leverages the standard screw pattern found on most LCD panels.
Hardware System
The case is built from symmetrical, laser-cut and folded metal sheets — a low-cost, widely available, and highly reliable manufacturing method.
Software & Interface
ComputerKIT runs on GNOME/Linux — a fast, lightweight and fully open-source environment.The project explores the potential of customized interfaces, and the growing power of cloud-based tools, proving that most users no longer need proprietary hardware to work efficiently.
Exhibition & Functional Prototype
ComputerKIT was exhibited at the Biennale Internationale Design Saint-Étienne 2025, as part of the Resources: Anticipating Tomorrow show.
The exhibition revisited modernist principles through the lens of resource optimization and long-term durability.