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Toadstool Serving Dishes

The Dou Plate is a Contemporary Adaptation of Qin Ceremonial Crockery

— July 13, 2012 — Art & Design
I suppose it must go way back to the Qin Dynasty, a few thousand years ago, when meals served on raised dishes began to take on a more gourmet appeal. The Dou Plate cannot promise to bring such deluxe meals to modern plebs, but it does a brilliant job of making run-of-the-mill meals look a little fancier.

Using biodegradable EPA melamine, designer Kate Chung molded this delectable set of three mushroom-shaped bowls. Each one is shallow with a circular trough and elevated on a thickset stem of different heights. The geometric sculpting of the pedestal-raised platters has given the outside of the dishes multifaceted surfaces. Bold colors of red, blue and black glaze the exterior of the Dou Plates to further assert them as accents at the center of the table.
Trend Themes
1. Biodegradable Serving Ware - The use of biodegradable materials in serving ware offers an opportunity for eco-conscious consumers to make sustainable choices.
2. Elevated Dining Experience - Designing innovative serving dishes that elevate the presentation of everyday meals can create a more gourmet dining experience at home.
3. Bold and Geometric Designs - The incorporation of bold colors and geometric shapes in serving ware can add a touch of modernity and artistic flair to the dining table.
Industry Implications
1. Eco-friendly Packaging - Eco-friendly packaging companies can explore using biodegradable materials to create sustainable and visually appealing serving ware options.
2. Home Decor and Tableware - Home decor and tableware companies can develop elevated and visually striking serving dishes to enhance the dining experience for consumers.
3. Kitchenware and Cookware - Kitchenware and cookware manufacturers can incorporate bold colors and geometric designs into their products to offer unique and aesthetically pleasing options for consumers.
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