# Dynamic Dinner Table Redesigns Between the Lines Serves Up an Intimate Eating Experience By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-06-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/between-the-lines References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/06/06/between-the-lines/) & [coroflot](http://www.coroflot.com/millissima) When reimagining the dynamics of a social meal, there are plenty of cultural practices to consider, and incredibly, Between the Lines is a collection of [quirky culinary objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-of-tangible-spaces) that explores such interactions in remarkably perceptive ways. Camilla Fucili has developed five different adaptations to the modern kitchen table. The first is a table cloth called Speech, which comments on the concept of conversation and is literally composed of cursive text. [Stretch utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carrousel-flatware) look like elongated hands that make it easy for people to taste items from others' plates. The Cin Cin double wineglasses are for couples to toast together. The Romeo & Juliette cracked egg crockery makes leftovers storage simple, and lastly to complete the Between the Lines collection is a set of [Allure linking bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platoo-interactive-sensory-meal-plate) which remind dinner guests of a cohesive meal and sharing food. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Quirky Culinary Objects:** Creating unconventional kitchenware that challenges traditional dining experiences. - **Interactive Table Settings:** Designing tablecloths, utensils, and glassware that encourage social interaction during meals. - **Functional Food Storage:** Developing innovative crockery and containers that optimize leftovers storage and reduce waste. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Kitchenware Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can explore new designs and materials to create unique and conversation-starting dining products. - **Hospitality:** Restaurants and hotels can enhance the dining experience by incorporating interactive table settings that promote social engagement. - **Food Packaging:** Companies can innovate in food storage solutions to offer functional and eco-friendly options for leftovers and meal sharing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Communal Tableware Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaken.md) - [Chic Stackable Tableware Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tableware-ecosystem.md) - [Collaborative Meal-Making Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/12-person-table.md) - [Eye-Catching Tabletop Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tabletop-design.md) - [Fashionable Fusion Cutlery Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rething-cutlery.md) - [Vibrant Artisanal Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sobremesa.md) - [Zero Gravity-Dining Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-microgravity.md) - [Table Manners-Teaching Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-tableware.md) - [Modular Table Seatings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-table-and-chair.md)