While I still don’t quite understand the reasoning behind this design, the concept of the ‘Share’ trash can is nonetheless compelling.
Designed by Burak Kaynak, the Share trash can was inspired by the ‘sharing’ of information and content via the ‘share’ button on social media sites like Facebook. The Share trash can has a foot pedal-activated lid that is connected to an LED display. The display is a live counter that tabulates the number of times the foot pedal is stepped on. While I can’t be sure, I’m assuming the Share trash can is some sort of metaphor for the frequency in which Internet users share their content (‘trash’) on social media sites. What do you think?
Social Media Garbages
The 'Share' Trash Can Compares Social Networking to Dispensing Trash
Trend Themes
1. Smart Trash Cans - Companies can explore developing trash cans that utilize technology to provide useful information and encourage sustainable practices.
2. Social Media Metaphors - There is an opportunity for businesses to explore creating products that use social media metaphors to help individuals change or improve certain behaviors or habits.
3. Gamification of Sustainability - Gamifying sustainable practices, such as recycling, could increase engagement and adoption and offer new business opportunities.
Industry Implications
1. Waste Management - Smart trash cans could disrupt the waste management industry by increasing efficiency and reducing waste through the use of technology.
2. Social Media - Integrating social media metaphors into products could disrupt the social media industry by expanding its reach and influence into new areas.
3. Environmental Sustainability - Gamification of sustainable practices could disrupt the environmental sustainability industry by increasing public engagement and making it more appealing and accessible to a wider audience.