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Mixed-Material Containers

The UFO Collection by Ensomono Can Be Used in Number of Ways

— July 22, 2014 — Art & Design
The UFO Collection is made up of decorative containers that could easily be displayed solely as modern sculptures. The shallow cone shapes would bring a nice geometric touch to any home. Not to mention that the mixed use of material adds both color and texture to the recipe. Yet the decorative containers are made up of stacked objects that can be separated to become range of different-sized bowls.

Designed by Ensomono, a studio founded by Belgian designer Fabien Franze, the UFO decorative containers were created with the help of skilled craftsmen from around Europe. Part of the larger Undefined Function / Object project, these decorative containers are meant to be subjective. The designer writes, "By offering a set of more or less generic objects that can fulfill both form and function, but distinctively, you're actively stimulated to ask new questions and come up with your own answers and uses.È
Trend Themes
1. Mixed-material Containers - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore innovative ways to combine different materials in container design to create visually appealing and functional products for the home decor market.
2. Stacked Objects - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a range of products that consist of stackable objects, allowing for customizable and versatile uses across various industries such as kitchenware, storage solutions, and interior design.
3. Subjective Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop products that encourage users to redefine the conventional boundaries of form and function, fostering individual creativity and personalization in their usage.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce mixed-material containers that blend aesthetics and functionality to cater to the growing demand for unique and versatile home decor products.
2. Kitchenware - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace the idea of stacked objects in the design of kitchenware items like bowls or storage containers, providing flexibility and adaptability to users.
3. Interior Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate subjective design elements that challenge traditional notions of form and function, enabling individuals to create personalized and expressive interior spaces.
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