With a set number of molds on the market, popsicles only come in a few different shapes and sizes. However, in a workshop led by Andrea Signoretto at the Abadir fine arts academy in Catania, Italy, design students were challenged to reimagine the basic shape of an ice pop, thinking of them as "a form supported by a stick." By doing this, slight changes to the conventional popsicle shape create totally new forms that are way more fun.
Creations from the group of 20 Abadir students turn popsicles into unusual shapes like glasses, bubbles and cubed forms that look more like edible pieces of architecture than the look of frozen treats we're accustomed to. Popsicles are pretty delightful on their own, but these quirky ice pop shapes are even more of a treat.
Playfully Shaped Popsicles
Abadir Design Students Reinvent Popsicles
Trend Themes
1. Popsicle Shape Innovation - Opportunity to create new popsicle shapes beyond traditional molds.
2. Edible Architecture - Designing popsicles that look like architectural structures.
3. Playful Food Design - Incorporating fun and playfulness into food design.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Opportunity for companies in the food and beverage industry to create new and unique popsicle products.
2. Design - Incorporating playful and innovative designs into food products could be a major opportunity for companies in the design industry.
3. Entertainment - Creating popsicles with unusual shapes could be an opportunity for the entertainment industry to provide a fun and unique experience for consumers.