Zhoujie Zhang is a designer that leverages the power of computer algorithms in his development of the Mashing Mesh distorted mirror. The decorative piece diverges from a traditional mirror design by using curved surfaces and a tiled mosaic design to give an unclear and slightly altered reflection of the viewer.
While many mirrors opt to provide a crystal clear and accurate depiction of those looking into it, Zhang's Mashing Mesh is anything but that. The artist's mirrors are available in a series of five, and they recreate the movement of water using a triangular mesh material and modelling algorithms to shape the three dimensional surface. The mirror is made using bent and polished sheets of stainless steel.
Meshed Algorithm Mirrors
Zhoujie Zhang's Distorted Mirror is Designed Using Digital Processes
Trend Themes
1. Algorithmic Design - Exploring the use of computer algorithms in design to create unique and distorted mirror designs.
2. Curved Surfaces - Utilizing curved surfaces in mirror design to create a mosaic-like effect and altered reflections.
3. Triangular Mesh Materials - Incorporating triangular mesh materials into mirror construction to mimic the movement of water and add a sense of dynamic distortion.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the home decor industry by offering unconventional mirror designs that challenge traditional notions of reflection.
2. Furniture Design - Innovative mirror designs can find applications in furniture design, adding a unique aesthetic element to various pieces.
3. Art and Sculpture - The use of algorithmic design and curved surfaces in mirror art can create visually captivating and thought-provoking sculptures.