# Heart-Shaped Porcelain Boxes été Joins VERDY on the Bridge to the Next Generation Design By Amy Duong | Published 2022-12-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridge-to-the-next-generation References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/12/natsuko-shoji-ete-verdy-arita-porcelain-heart-shaped-box-release-info) & [omakase.in](https://omakase.in/r/xh989697)  Natsuko Shoji's world-known restaurant in Tokyo été works in collaboration with artist VERDY on the new collaborative design dubbed the 'Bridge to the Next Generation.' It highlights an Arita-yaki porcelain material and the traditional craftsmanship that has been around for the past 400 years and is a notable specialty of Saga Prefecture in Kyūshū. The inspiration behind the design nods to its precious collaborations with chocolate boxes. The Arita porcelain box is designed in the shape of a bitten heart and has a bright green glazed finish. The boxes are also detailed with “Fleurs d’été" along the front face of the design. The interior is marked with "Made with Love" -- both of which are done in a contrasting gold tone against the green base. Image Credit: été, VERDY, [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/12/natsuko-shoji-ete-verdy-arita-porcelain-heart-shaped-box-release-info), [omakase.in](https://omakase.in/r/xh989697) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Collaborative Design:** The trend for collaborative design increases as more industries see the value in combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary art. - **Sustainable Materials:** The trend for sustainable materials grows as consumers become more conscious of the environmental impact of their purchases. - **Luxury Food Packaging:** The trend for luxury food packaging expands to include unique and creative shapes that add value to the product. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation in art and design include collaborations between traditional craftsmen and contemporary artists to create unique and modern products. - **Food and Beverage Packaging:** Innovative and sustainable packaging solutions can be developed for luxury food and beverage products to increase their market appeal and value. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury brands can incorporate unique and creative packaging designs to differentiate their products from competitors and increase their perceived value. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [White Heart-Shaped Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verdy-2.md) - [Artist Valentine’s Day Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flower-valentines-chocolate.md) - [Origami-Inspired Porcelain Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita.md) - [Gastronomic Boutique Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-box-caf.md) - [Limited-Edition V-Day Snack Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-delights-box.md) - [Opulent Heart-Shaped Chocolate Tins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartshaped-chocolate-tins.md) - [Collaboration Heart-Shaped Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/godiva-x-mister-donut-premium-heart-collection.md) - [Heart-Shaped Decorative Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbreak-crystal.md) - [Landscape-Inspired Bento Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyobodo-fiume.md)