# Aesthetic Dish Destruction Antique Plates Get a Surprising Makeover by Karen Ryan By Yoon Sui Yin | Published 2009-07-04 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antique-plates-series-revamped References: [bykarenryan](http://www.bykarenryan.co.uk/) I love it when old things are revamped and given a brand new look. These pieces of [second hand antique china](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/destree-x-cabana) have been altered by Karen Ryan who removed part of their surface decoration to form some surprising messages. Shown here are the British designer's plates from the Trilogy series. **Implications** - As companies revamp and renew previously used products, they are contributing to a [greener environment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-aether) while creating interesting pieces that may be even more appealing than its predecessor. Considering how individuals around the globe are moving towards a more eco-friendly lifestyle, the [remaking of certain items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-hardware) is surely a concept which will attain a nod from environmentalists, leading them to support this business movement. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Revamped Vintage Decor:** By altering and updating second-hand antique china, designers create unique and surprising new pieces. - **Sustainable Product Remaking:** Companies are revamping previously used products to contribute to a greener environment and appeal to eco-friendly consumers. - **Eco-friendly Lifestyle Movement:** As individuals worldwide embrace a more sustainable lifestyle, the remaking of certain items gains support from environmentalists. ### Where This Applies - **Interior Design:** Designers in the interior design industry can tap into the trend of revamping vintage decor to create unique and environmentally friendly pieces. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The sustainable fashion industry can explore the concept of remaking previously used products to create unique and eco-friendly fashion pieces. - **Home Decor:** Brands in the home decor industry can embrace the trend of sustainable product remaking to offer consumers environmentally conscious and stylish products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Innovative Ceramic Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-tableware1.md) - [Upcycled Object Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Revived Mid-Century Serveware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tortugaware.md) - [Chopstick-Crafted Homeware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renew-by-trinity.md) - [Handmade Dessert Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carolina-k.md) - [Waste-Incorporated Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-chairs.md) - [Ceramic Waste Carafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sungai-carafe.md) - [Hand-Painted Ceramic Plate Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/destree-x-cabana.md) - [Origami-Inspired Porcelain Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita.md)