Telegraph Hanger

The Telegraph is a designer coat rack created in the spirit of upcycling, which is the process of reusing materials or parts of products that are difficult to recycle.

The look of Telegraph is defined by the insulators which come from telegraph poles. These are commonly disposed of, although their purposeful technical design can be very aesthetically pleasing if used correctly. In this case it is used to secure coats, hats, jackets and other clothing. Clothes can be hung by the hood or simply draped over the insulator. There is no place for additional loops and hooks – function has been subordinated for visual clarity.

A metal tube extends vertically from the centre of the circular base, which is neatly topped by the largest of the insulators used. Below the top insulator, four branches of two different lengths (the two upper tiers exceed the length of the two lower tiers) are used. The ends of the branches are rounded, naturally replicating the shape of the insulators which are placed here on metal spindles.Due to the slight gap between the insulator and the metal branches, the insulators appear to levitate. The Telegraph stand out in cafés, hotel lobbies, luxury residences and of course in ordinary homes.

For better practicality and to encourage use, the ends of the branches are bent downwards at a 35 degree angle. The metal parts are treated with highly resistant paint and can be finished in shades ranging from porcelain white to various shades of grey. The colouring reflects the appearance of the telegraph insulators so that the hanger gives a complete impression.

The Telegraph is understated despite its industrial appearance. It will stand out in cafes, hotel lobbies, luxury residences and ordinary homes.

The appearance and dimensions of the hanger may vary slightly depending on the availability of the shape and form of the insulators used.

The Telegraph Single’s designers, Lubomír Dobrovolný and Pavel Kuběna, were inspired by the works of Karel Nepraš.