'Made in Mimbre' is a Chilean company that aims to create quality designs that reflect the country's identity and traditions of craftsmenship.
Head Designer Cristian Dominguez likes to use "common" materials and put a spin on the objects in order to create modern pieces of design. For instance, mimbre, a plant fiber similar to wicker, is a material present in over 80% of Chilean homes. Made in Mimbre presents two cookie cutter-shaped magazine racks: "Revistero C" and "Revistero X."
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Innovative Use of Traditional Materials
- Exploring the use of common materials to create modern designs presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation.
- Functional Design with Cultural Significance
- Incorporating cultural traditions and identity into functional designs can disrupt the market by offering unique products.
- Sustainable and Eco-friendly Home Accessories
- Creating eco-friendly products using natural materials like mimbre can tap into the growing demand for sustainable home accessories.
Where This Applies
- Interior Design
- Innovating with traditional materials in interior design can bring unique and culturally significant products to the market.
- Home Furnishings
- The use of sustainable and eco-friendly materials in home furnishings can disrupt the industry by providing environmentally conscious options.
- Craftsmanship and Artisanal Products
- Combining traditional craftsmanship with modern design can create disruptive offerings in the market for artisanal products.
