The Bocci 22 System is a comprehensive suite of minimal UL-listed outlets and devices designed by Omer Arbel for Bocci that use standard junction boxes to seamlessly flush-mount into any wall surface. The Bocci 22 Series challenges the traditional, tired and ubiquitous cover plate concept. Designed to "mud" directly into drywall without a visible cover plate or trim. Alternatively, it may be set flush into millwork, marble, tile, glass, or any other wall surface.
Upper photo: Bocci 22 outlets in black installed horizontally in stone presented as graphic dots create wonderful synergy with the vanity stone and wall-mounted faucet. Lower photo: Bocci 22 outlets installed in drywall strategically located adjacent to bed above bedside table.
Bocci 22 outlets installed vertically in kitchen tile backsplash thoughtfully organized within the rectilinear shape of the individual tile.
When thinking about an outlet, one typically thinks of two plug receptacles that are presented vertically within a j-box. These are typically white over which a rectilinear decorative plate covers the rough edges of the cut drywall.
Left side photo: Standard form of a double outlet that sits within a j-box. Right side photo: Plate cover with standard cutouts that reveal the plugs and is attached with a single screw in the center.
Throughout the 20th century, plug receptacles eventually were offered in more color options; in addition to white, black, gray, and ivory are now fairly standard. The covers that fit over the outlet have also become increasingly decorative - not only are these available with seemingly whatever fashion graphic one could imagine, they are also available in different materials - metal, mirrored glass, wood, and plastic. Seemingly, the "aesthetic outlet objective" throughout the second half of the 20th century was to take the traditional form of the two-plug outlet and somehow make it different by changing up the color of the outlet itself or contextualizing it with a switch cover that functioned like a decorative frame or "miniature wall art."
Just a sampling of the range of decoration on outlet covers - from graphic stripes to Eduard Munch's iconic late 19th century painting, The Scream.
Akin to "visual punctuation," Bocci 22 outlets installed in wood kitchen cabinetry.
Most Bocci 22 outlets are available in four colors - white, almond, gray, and black.
Switch Modern is delighted to present the entire range of Bocci 22 outlets. each specific Bocci 22 product record, you will find a number of interior installation photos in various materials like drywall, stone, wood, and tile. Most Bocci 22 pieces are available in four color options along with a choice of 15 or 20 amps. Most are also available in three barrel lengths depending upon the material in which the piece is being installed. Each Bocci 22 record has detailed technical specs that not only review the various options but review the installation procedure.
Bocci 22 outlet - drywall installation schematic.
Bocci 22 outlet - alternate material installation schematic.
Bocci 22's currently available operative components include power outlets, data/telephone receptacles, cable connectors, line voltage on/off switches, and low voltage intelligent controls. Future items will include speaker connectors, smoke detectors, thermostats, LED way finders and adjustable spot lights.
For more information about the Bocci 22 Series, please contact Switch Modern at 404-605-0196 or info@switchmodern.com.
