Paper Towel Holder (for Umbra Design Challenge)

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[BRACE] Paper Towel Holder Named [BRACE] because of how holder looks like it is hugging the roll of paper towel. I designed the [BRACE] paper towel holder with 3 things in minds. The first is "Space". I have used my fair share of bulky paper towel holders. Counter space is a necessity to anyone who spends time in a kitchen, therefore I wanted to make this holder as compact as possible and as versatile as possible. There is no top, there is no bottom. It can stand horizontally or vertically giving it versatility in all environments. The second is "Presence". It should be easily accessible and easy to find. I did not try to cover or hide the paper towel in my design. I want people to know what it is. When there is a spill it is right out in the open. Lastly I wanted it to convey "Simplicity". I chose a chrome and black color scheme gives the paper towel holder simplistic and elegant look. It will also fit in with any decor style. The idea of simplicity shows in the products assembly as well. The unit is made up of 3 modular parts (chrome plate & black plastic brackets) and a plastic cylindrical tube that holds the the roll of paper towel. This design needs no fasteners. All pieces friction fit together.