{"product_id":"acme-studio-scale-retractable-ballpoint-pen-by-shigeru-ban","title":"ACME Studio Scale Retractable Ballpoint Pen by Shigeru Ban","description":"\u003ch2\u003eACME Studio Scale Retractable Ballpoint Pen by Shigeru Ban\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTriangular retractable ballpoint by Shigeru Ban that doubles as a functional architect's scale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ACME Studio Scale Retractable Ballpoint Pen by Shigeru Ban combines a writing instrument and architect's scale in one precisely considered object. Its triangular profile is shaped for a comfortable grip while also giving each side a practical measuring function, making Scale especially appealing to architects, designers, and collectors of Ban's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Order from Design \u0026amp; Grace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorized ACME Studio retailer:\u003c\/strong\u003e We are an authorized ACME Studio retailer, so your pen is a genuine ACME writing instrument backed by manufacturer support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShips from Texas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your order is carefully packed and shipped from our Texas facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal customer support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our team is available to help with product questions, ordering, and long-term ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Pen and Architect's Scale in One\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese architect Shigeru Ban designed Scale around two genuine functions. It works as a retractable ballpoint pen, while the triangular body also serves as a fully functional architect's scale. The form is therefore more than a visual reference to architecture: it is part of how the object is held and used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSignature Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShigeru Ban design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scale was created by Japanese architect Shigeru Ban for ACME Studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctional architect's scale:\u003c\/strong\u003e The triangular body doubles as a working measuring scale rather than serving as decoration alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTriangular profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e The distinctive shape is designed to sit comfortably in the hand while supporting the pen's measuring function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetractable ballpoint:\u003c\/strong\u003e The writing tip retracts into the body, eliminating the need for a separate cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAward-winning design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scale received a Good Design Award in 2009.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation packaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e ACME presents the pen in a custom triangular box that reflects the form of the pen itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShips from Texas with Confidence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Grace is an authorized ACME Studio retailer. Every order is carefully packed at our Texas facility, with real customer support available before and after your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Acme Studio","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":52205525369153,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":52205525401921,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1968\/2881\/files\/DesignGrace-Acme-Scale-Silver-Shigeru-Ban-Ballpoint-Pen.jpg?v=1789144473","url":"https:\/\/designandgrace.com\/products\/acme-studio-scale-retractable-ballpoint-pen-by-shigeru-ban","provider":"Design and Grace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}