Nika Kubiak
art collector
Member since Mar 2009
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Floating Residences
A River Runs Through the 'Hindi House' by John Pardey ArchitectsFloating Architecture — Exploring the construction of buildings designed to float on water presents opportunities for the development of eco-friendly floating hotels and luxury resorts.Snakeskin Catsuits
Amber Rose's Slinky MTV Music Awards Red Carpet FashionTight-Fitting Attire — The trend of tight-fitting clothing may lead to opportunities in materials innovation and custom tailoring services.Photographic Sky Diaries
Skylines By U.S. Military Photographers In The FieldNatural Lighting Photography — Opportunity for photographers to capture stunning images using natural lighting techniques, creating a unique and peaceful aesthetic.Lux Rocket Cars
1957 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa is Hotter Now Than in its HeydayHotter Vintage Cars — There is a growing interest and demand for vintage cars, particularly those with unique designs and prestigious racing histories, presenting opportunities for restoration and customization businesses.Film Noir Fashion Tributes
Chanel's Mobile Art Website Blends Drama and EleganceMobile Art — Opportunity to create immersive and interactive digital experiences for art enthusiasts and collectors.Morbid Makeup
Matthew Bone and Brian Viveros Flaunt Fascination With Macabre ArtHorror Art — The trend of dark, macabre art is growing, creating opportunities for artists to explore horror themes in both traditional and contemporary mediums.Braille Watches
‘Feel the Time' Lets You Tell Time by Touch3D-printed Wearables — The use of 3D-printing technology in the production of wearable devices opens up opportunities for creating innovative and customized designs, such as tactile watches for the blind.Armor-Inspired Lighting
'Knight Light' by David MorelandArmor-Inspired Lighting — Opportunity for creating innovative lighting designs inspired by unconventional sources such as armor.Fashion Geometography
Jeremy Liebman Captures Beauty Through Shape and FormFusion of Shape and Form in Fashion — Opportunity for designers to experiment with innovative designs that combine different shapes and forms in clothing.Tongue Necklaces
Chris Heads' Wonderful World of Models, Masks and FashionAuthentic Fashion Photography — Explore disruptive innovation opportunities in capturing fashion through unconventional and avant-garde photography styles.Fluid Retro-Futuristic Design
Bar El Tubo Blends Past, Present and PurpleFluid Design — Opportunity for architects and designers to explore new aesthetics using fluidity as the main concept.Colloidal Silver Ceramic Filters
Martin Bolton's ‘Rural Water Filter' is SuperbLow-Cost Water Treatment Design — Martin Bolton's 'Rural Water Filter' offers a low-cost water treatment solution for developing countries using colloidal silver ceramic filters.Q&A with Nika
What is unique that's not in your bio?
I have the most diverse group of friends, from hippies & millioners to spiritual leaders. In all of them I find a piece of me, myself and I.
What's your favorite accomplishment?
My son.
How do you define cool?
Canvas changing colors full of harmony and balance, spiritual recognition, the art of oneness.
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
Blogs, blogs, blogs...
What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?
It forces me to search internet blogs from a to z
What is your favorite trend?
Right now...recession. In a long run is going to make people aware of their purpuse and put many things in perspective.
What are your tips for writing a juicy post?
Determining why certain things gain adoption and others don't.
How do you reset to be creative?
My ritual is going to bad very late and waking up very early. I don't like to waste my time on too much sleep. I get a feeling that I am missing on something.
What inspires or excites you?
Travel, travel, travel! Crossing the borders, meeting new people is the ultimate "set me free into unknown" feeling. Couldn't live without it.
Predict something awesome for 2020?
Voltaire said:"God is a comedian playing to an audience afraid to laugh", That's going to change. The new generation will truely understand who they are and what is their purpose. School system will add 'thinking class. Children will be able to question and debate school material, going back to the roots of ancient philosophers and teachers.