# Precarious Stackable Playthings Abstract Building Blocks Challenge Your Logic and Creativity By Amelia Roblin | Published 2015-01-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abstract-building-blocks References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/el-balancin-stacking-balancing-game/) & [ludusludi](http://www.ludusludi.com/product/el-balancin/) Cast aside those elementary cubes and rectangular prisms and try out this set of [abstract building blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blockitecture-frank-lloyd-wright). The only regular shapes that you'll find in this quirky kit are the tiny cylindrical bits that help to join the curved and crooked pieces together. Pico Pao created this challenging and imaginative collection of toy blocks for Ludus Ludi, necessitating abstract and seemingly unstable sculptures to be constructed. With all of the asymmetries of the various components, it's impossible to assemble a visually balanced model, but it's the dynamic and unexpected results that make El Balancin so engaging. The task is to find a way for the [grey-toned puzzle pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edge-piece-puzzle) to form a unique [3D figure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foros-game) that won't fall down. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Abstract Building Blocks:** Using unconventional shapes and designs to create unique constructions. - **Challenging Toy Blocks:** Creating puzzles and toys that require problem-solving and critical thinking. - **Unstable Sculptural Models:** Exploring the concept of instability and asymmetry in building structures. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Manufacturing:** Developing innovative building sets that challenge traditional block designs and encourage creativity. - **Educational Toys:** Designing toys that stimulate logic, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills through unique building challenges. - **Creative Play Products:** Creating interactive toys that encourage children to think outside the box and explore unconventional building methods. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Block Puzzle Modular Dollhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dollhouse-concept.md) - [Towering Wooden Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-tower.md) - [Elegant Desktop Brainteaser Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craighill-tetra.md) - [Structure Building Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-cards-building-kit.md) - [Origami-Inspired Playful Magnetic Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trido.md) - [Contemporary Art Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-art-building-set.md) - [Buildable Marble Mazes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-magic-maze.md) - [Perplexing Wave-Like Puzzle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wavelinks-puzzle.md) - [Life-Sized Toy Construction Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funphix.md)