massachusetts institute of technology
fall 2023
professors | andrew scott and j. jih

a bento box meant for a sandwich. minimal exterior expression contrasts with a maximal and utilitarian interior. bread is kept warm on the oven side via a heated thermal mass, perforated racks, and a ventilated cavity while the innards of the sandwich are kept cool on the freezer side via a chilled thermal mass and insulation. the two sides are separated from one another by an interlocking joint which also houses the utensil, a knife, used to spread the condiment. the entire box can only be opened via a single sequence of moves, creating a sense of security for the sandwich components.
(in jest, precursor to iii)