You probably wouldn't immediately guess the constitution of the Kreten Side Table, for it appears rounded and fluid and like it might be made from a lighter material. Perhaps surprisingly, the piece has actually been manufactured from a mix of fiberglass-reinforced concrete.
The designers from Souda first stitched together uniquely shaped molds from flexible rubberized fabric. They resemble pairs of pants intended for cartoon characters. The hardening substance was then poured into the forms and allowed to expand and round out in the top and the bottom.
The result is a collection of coffee tables that are quite different from each other, as a result of different molds and the organic behavior of the materials. Further variety is given to the Kreten Side Table in the form of an orange or black finish.
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The Kreten Side Table Embodies a Lighthearted Concrete Design
Trend Themes
1. Flexible Rubberized Fabric Molds - Manufacturers can experiment with different shapes and sizes for furniture and other products by using molds made of flexible rubberized fabric.
2. Fiberglass-reinforced Concrete - Innovations in using fiberglass-reinforced concrete in furniture design can create unique and aesthetically pleasing pieces.
3. Organic and Fluid Designs - The popularity of using mixed materials and organic and fluid designs in furniture can be a disruptive innovation opportunity for designers and manufacturers.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - Furniture manufacturers can experiment with using unconventional materials and fluid designs to make unique pieces.
2. Home Decor Industry - Home decor companies can incorporate the trend of using organic and mixed materials and fluid designs in their product offerings.
3. Architecture Industry - The use of fiberglass-reinforced concrete and organic designs in furniture can inspire architects to incorporate similar materials and designs into buildings and structures.