In spite of its name, the coffee tables making up the collection Prehistoric Aliens by Glimpt, a studio founded by Swedish design duo Matthias Rask and Tor Palm, looks like a few oddly shaped dragon eggs, the kind that would find their way into Daenerys Targaryen's lap. But instead of aliens and dragons, the line was inspired by the cultural heritage of Peru, which often seems very mystical and ancient to Westerners.
Prehistoric Aliens by Glimpt is the result of spending the autumn of 2012 in the country working with Crafts Cooperative, Artesanos Don Bosco. A continuation of the studio's work with craftsmen and women from different countries, the products came from their desire to help them develop a more modern series of furniture.
Mystical Coffee Tables
Prehistoric Aliens by Glimpt is Inspired by the Culture of Peru
Trend Themes
1. Peruvian-inspired Furniture - There is an opportunity to continue exploring the mystical and ancient culture of Peru in furniture design.
2. Craftsmanship Meets Modernity - There is potential to further develop modern furniture pieces that incorporate traditional craftsmanship techniques.
3. Otherworldly Home Decor - There is a market for unique and otherworldly coffee tables and home decor items that take inspiration from other cultures, both ancient and modern.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Furniture makers can explore new design avenues by embracing traditional craftsmanship techniques while incorporating modern design elements.
2. Home Decor - Home decor companies have the opportunity to capitalize on the growing market for unique and otherworldly home decor items that take inspiration from other cultures.
3. Peruvian Tourism - Peruvian tourism industry can leverage the mystical and ancient culture of Peru to showcase the country as a destination that inspires art and design.