# Magnetic Espresso Sets Andre Gouveia's 'Brothers in Arms' Stick Together By Meghan Young | Published 2011-10-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brothers-in-arms References: [trendsnow.net](http://www.trendsnow.net/2011/10/brothers-in-arms.html) & [andregouveia.net](http://www.andregouveia.net/) Broken porcelain cups will happen, but the '[Brothers in Arms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brothers-cider-wild-cloudy-apple)' espresso set may lessen the number of fallen drinking devices. The design features [magnetic properties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eati-mag) that keep the entire set securely attached. Oftentimes, people break their teacups or coffee cups because of being precariously set on a saucer or table. That will never be the case with this design. Created by Portuguese designer André Gouveia based in Lisbon, the Brothers in Arms espresso set is comprised of a saucer, cup and teaspoon. Falsely portrayed as a single unit, the Brothers in Arms espresso set nevertheless comes apart as easily as it sticks together. Yet, as the designer puts it, "The cup is not overturned so easily, the spoon does not fall, nor does the sugar." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Magnetic-attached Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of magnetic properties to create secure attachments in various products and accessories. - **Durable Tableware:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture tableware with built-in features that prevent cups and dishes from falling or breaking. - **Functional Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate practical and functional elements into everyday products, enhancing usability and user experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Goods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative home goods that prioritize durability, security, and user convenience. - **Kitchenware:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Rethink traditional kitchenware designs by integrating innovative mechanisms that prevent accidents and improve functionality. - **Design Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer design and manufacturing services that focus on creating products with both aesthetic appeal and practical functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Communicative Tea Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gptea-set.md) - [Modular Porcelain Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corcelain.md) - [Cube Aluminium Espresso Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unavela.md) - [Handle-Free Coffee Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinch-hold.md) - [Utensil Holding Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1handmug.md) - [Minimalist Magnetic Coffee Scales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laybird-coffee-magattach.md) - [Uniquely Shaped Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-doublewall-latte-mugs.md) - [Surrealist-Inspired Tea Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-for-two-collection.md) - [Zero-Gravity Space Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-gravity-coffee-cup.md)