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TRACE — an interior device for preserving memories associated with items that are difficult to let go of.We often keep unnecessary objects not for their practical value, but because of the people, events, and emotions attached to them. Over time, these items accumulate and take up space, turning into clutter.«TRACE» offers a way to preserve the memory of an object without preserving the object itself. The device integrates a scanner, a smartphone holder, and a thermal printer. The user captures a cherished item and receives a black-and-white printout with space for a signature. The result is a small «passport» featuring the image, date, and personal history.

Young adults aged 18–35 who feel an emotional attachment to small mementos—tickets, notes, jewelry, souvenirs, packaging—find it difficult to discard them. They value unique decorative objects and personal rituals, yet they also wish to reduce the amount of visual and physical clutter in their homes.

Two object capture modes: photographing three-dimensional items with a smartphone, and scanning flat items with the built-in scanner under the sliding tray. Integrated lighting is built into the top stand. After capturing the image, the built-in thermal printer outputs an «item passport» that includes the photo and space for a date and history. The side handle initiates the scanning/printing process.