Brandon Bastaldo
Digital Media Consultant/ Journalist
Toronto · Member since Feb 2013
358Published Articles
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Hi, I’m Brandon.
I’m a Digital Media Producer living in Toronto, Ontario. I graduated from the University of Toronto in 2012 with a Honors Bachelors of Arts degree and double majors in English and Film Studies. Since then I’ve been writing, producing visual media, taking photos and interacting with the world via social media.
I enjoy reading, eating delicious meals and watching great films.
Of course, combinations of all three are always welcome.
Check out more of my work at: www.brandonbastaldo.com
I’m a Digital Media Producer living in Toronto, Ontario. I graduated from the University of Toronto in 2012 with a Honors Bachelors of Arts degree and double majors in English and Film Studies. Since then I’ve been writing, producing visual media, taking photos and interacting with the world via social media.
I enjoy reading, eating delicious meals and watching great films.
Of course, combinations of all three are always welcome.
Check out more of my work at: www.brandonbastaldo.com
Featured Ideas
Sweetly Sinful Cakes
This Cigarette Adorned Cake is Redefining the Meaning of Smoker's DelightUnconventional edible designs — Opportunity for bakers and pastry chefs to craft creatively repulsive edible designs.
Hidden Courtyard Complexes
Romera y Ruiz Arquitectos' Design Conceals a Stunningly Secretive AbodeConcealed Courtyard Design — The trend of concealing courtyards within apartment complexes offers an opportunity for innovative architectural design that integrates outdoor spaces with urban living.
Designer Smoke Stacks
Frederik Roije's SmokeStack is a Symbolic Heating StructureWith modern heating solutions becoming more common place, once-necessary fixtures like fireplaces and smoke stacks have become less favorable ways to warm people’s humble abodes or surrounding...
Fake Food Fashion
Fake Food Hatanaka's Got Your Food Accessory Needs CoveredFood-Inspired Fashion — Creating wearable accessories inspired by food items, such as bacon and pizza, provides a unique and eye-catching fashion statement.
3D Flight-Mapping Apps
Plot Exactly Where You Travelled with Loci's 3D Flight Sculptures3D Printing Innovations — Loci's 3D flight sculptures introduce a new way to use 3D printing technology for creating personalized travel memorabilia.
Efficiently Stacked Speakers
The Tyler Pratt Stack'd Speakers are Compact and Requires No BatteriePortable Speaker Innovation — Portable speaker designers should look into creating battery-free solutions that are compact and easy to transport for a hassle-free listening experience on-the-go.
Twisted Bridge Postcards (UPDATE)
Clement Valla's Confused Google Earth Imagery Gets a Tune UpGoogle Earth Imagery — Exploring the use of distorted aerial views from Google Earth for artistic purposes.
Rap Quote Street Signs
Jay Shells Uses the Power of Location to Illuminate Hip Hop HistoryInteractive Street Art — Creating street art that engages and connects with viewers on a personal and interactive level, bringing a new dimension to public spaces.
Illuminated Outdoor Living Rooms
Gray Organschi's Lantern-Lit Living Room Redefines Garden ChicOutdoor Living Rooms — Create outdoor spaces that mimic the comfort and style of indoor living rooms.
Sandy Soled Sneakrs (UPDATE)
Nikes' 'Beaches of Rio' Shoes are Ocean-Themed RunnersOcean-Themed Shoes — There is an opportunity for shoe companies to create a new trend of designing shoes inspired by various oceans and beaches around the world.
Stop-Motion Action Movies
Stoopid Buddy Stoodios Had Released an Action Film With Micro MachinesStop-Motion Animation — Using stop-motion animation techniques to create visually captivating films with artistic merit.
Phallic-Shaped Skyscrapers
The Headquarters for People's Daily Newspaper is Sexually SuggestivePhallic-Shaped Architecture — Opportunity for architects and designers to explore unconventional and bold designs that challenge traditional notions of architecture.Q&A with Brandon
What is unique that's not in your bio?
I've seen Ghosts of Mars an incalculable amount of times.
What's your favorite accomplishment?
Two movie previews I wrote got published in Tribute Magazine. That was my first time being published in-print in a nation wide magazine.
How do you define cool?
Simple, sophisticated and chic.
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
I visit websites with a "no link left behind" attitude. My mission isn't complete until every photo, video or link that catches my eye on a web page has been clicked.
What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?
Being able to constantly be up on cutting edge tech, ideas and overall innovation. There's a lot going on on the internet and TH helps me to focus on the things I really care about.
What is your favorite trend?
Anything involving gummies.
What are your tips for writing a juicy post?
Write fast, but be simple and effective.
How do you reset to be creative?
Research. The more you know about a trending topic increases the amount of different angles you can come at it from.
What inspires or excites you?
Innovation in any field. Seeing people going beyond the status quo is always exciting.
Predict something awesome for 2020?
Life on Mars.
Author Categories
Mortality-Themed Clothing Brands
Urban City-Inspired Fashion
Independent Canadian Skate Wear
Viral Instructional Video Spoofs
Plus-Size Pride
Live Performance Film Screenings
Clever Cooling Products
International Mixology Competitions
Chic Makeup Parties
Eclectic Accessory Boutiques
Fashionable Flight Uniforms
Gamified Sleeping Products
Sophisticated Anime
Customized Tattoo Stickers
Live Action Film Screenings
Technicolor Hair Hues
Alphabetical Chocolate Collections
Customizable Cupcake Parties
Military-Inspired Clothing
Bird-Shaped Door Stops
3D Printed Bike Frames
Micro-Sized Paintings
Personalized Social Media
Illuminated Light Folders
Leaning Light Fixtures
Demonically-Inspired Kicks
Conversation-Encouraging Benches
Fashionable Tattoos
Standing Smartphone Charger Cases
Super Slim Wireless Keyboards
Storm Simulating Installations
Insect-Inspired Storage Boxes
Couture Biomorphic Furniture
Sandy Soled Sneakrs (UPDATE)
Phallic-Shaped Skyscrapers
