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Morbid Dinnerware

Beatupcreations Transforms Old Plates into Gruesome Modern Portraits

— January 20, 2011 — Art & Design
Beatupcreations is an interesting design company that recycles antique plates and turns them into modern kitchen tableware.

The designs by Beatupcreations not only refresh the old-fashioned plates, but also make them a little gory. Many of their plates take historic portraits and zombify them, adding blood, bullet holes and essentially making people look beat up. Check out these Beatupcreations designs in the featured gallery.

Implications - These deliciously morbid dinner plates use the power of tradition and fuse it with a shocking twist. Companies that use the familiarity of timeless products along with surprising designs commonly seen in contemporary society are sure to stand out on the marketplace. Consumers are looking for products that they can recognize, yet also justify buying due to their unique nature.
Trend Themes
1. Upcycled Kitchenware - Companies can explore the concept of upcycling to transform traditional kitchen utensils into unique and modern pieces.
2. Shock Factor Design - By adding unexpected designs to traditional objects, companies can attract attention and stand out in the marketplace.
3. Dark Humor Home Decor - A growing trend for consumers looking for home decor that mixes traditional with unconventional design, allowing companies to experiment and push boundaries with their products.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - Innovative and unconventional home decor companies can utilize the dark humor trend to bring unique products to the market.
2. Tableware Manufacturing - Traditional tableware manufacturers can incorporate upcycling and unexpected designs to create modern products that appeal to younger consumers.
3. Antique Collectibles - Antique dealers can look for new and creative ways to repurpose old items, creating a new market for younger consumers who appreciate traditional pieces with a modern twist.
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