You're probably used to seeing the round fish bowl or the rectangular fish tank, but have you ever seen a small marine enclosure similar to the AIR1 & AIR2 aquariums? Likely not.
French designer Amaury Poudray worked to use the tools of material and form to come up with a unique means of creative expression. Inspired by the way that symbols on paper can conjure images and emotions within the reader, this project is intended to be appreciated beyond its strict physicality.
Nevertheless, at first glance, one can acknowledge the imagination in the sculpting of the AIR1 & AIR2 aquariums. The exaggerated glass dishes seem to have been stretched from spherical originals, coming to take on the shapes of baguettes. Quite unconventionally, they promote the horizontal swimming of their finned occupants.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Exaggerated Aquariums
- Designers are creating aquariums in exaggerated lengths for a unique means of creative expression.
- Unconventional Fish Tanks
- New, unconventional designs like the submarine-shaped AIR1 and AIR2 aquariums are changing the way we think about fish tanks.
- Horizontal Swimming Promotion
- Aquariums like the AIR1 and AIR2 promote horizontal swimming of fish, allowing for more effective movement and improved health.
Where This Applies
- Home Decor
- Unique aquarium designs like the AIR1 and AIR2 may prove popular among home decor enthusiasts looking for a conversation piece.
- Pet Care
- Innovation in aquarium design like the promotion of horizontal swimming could lead to more effective pet care for fish owners.
- Art and Design
- Designers like Amaury Poudray are blurring the line between art and functional design with their unique aquarium concepts.
