The Liquid Glacial table looks like it was carved out of ice and then sprayed with warm water to give it is slick, transparent look. In reality, it has been carefully and expertly crafted out of clear acrylic. The Liquid Glacial table has even been given a stunning rippling effect that spreads from its center downwards to lend the illusion that it is slowly melting. Art Info aptly describes it as a "mercurial piece that appears to be transitioning between states of matter, seemingly from ice to water."
Designed by renowned Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid, the Liquid Glacial table was recently presented at the opening of the new David Gill showroom London's Mayfair neighborhood. Her Dune collection will soon be displayed alongside the Liquid Glacial table as well.
What's Driving This Trend
- Translucent Furniture
- Opportunity to create furniture pieces made of clear materials that mimic the appearance of ice or water, giving a unique and modern aesthetic.
- Illusionary Design
- Opportunity to design products that play with visual illusions, such as creating objects that appear to change states or morph in front of the viewer's eyes.
- Organic-inspired Architecture
- Opportunity to incorporate natural elements and fluid forms into architectural designs, creating captivating and dynamic structures.
Who This Affects Most
- Furniture Manufacturing
- Opportunity for furniture manufacturers to experiment with clear acrylic and other transparent materials to create innovative and visually striking pieces.
- Interior Design
- Opportunity for interior designers to incorporate translucent furniture and illusionary design elements into their projects, creating a unique and captivating environment.
- Architectural Design
- Opportunity for architects to draw inspiration from organic forms and incorporate them into their building designs, creating visually stunning and harmonious structures.
