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# Kitchen-Centric Conceptual Installations
Snarkitecture Explores the Modern Kitchen Islands' Role

By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-04-24 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conceptual-installation
References: [design-milk](https://design-milk.com/altered-states-snarkitecture/) & [snarkitecture](http://www.snarkitecture.com/)

One of the reasons Caesarstone approached Snarkitecture for an inspiring and thought-provoking conceptual installation is perhaps the fact that the New York-based collaborative design practice is known for its gorgeous, awe-inspiring and highly experimental projects. Displayed at the Fuorisalone in Milan, the Snarkitecture x Caesarstone conceptual installation is an extension of a previous project that explores the role and contemporary design of kitchen islands.

The heart of the five-day exhibit is a sizable circular kitchen island that blurs the lines between home furniture and sculptural works of art. The object of interest is made with [Caesarstone White Attia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caesarstone-x-studio-munge), and it explores the [dynamic states of water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aqua-gallery) — ice, liquid and steam.

Photo Credits: David Zanardi

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.3/10
- Popularity: 72% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Conceptual Kitchen Islands:** Opportunity for designers to create kitchen islands that blend seamlessly with the surrounding space and serve as both functional furniture and artistic works.
- **Blurring Boundaries Between Furniture and Art:** Innovation in creating home furniture pieces that challenge traditional definitions and push the boundaries of functionality and aesthetics.
- **Exploring Material Expressions:** Using materials like Caesarstone White Attia to explore different states and transform everyday objects into visually captivating installations.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Interior Design:** Designers can incorporate conceptual kitchen islands into their projects to create unique and visually striking spaces.
- **Home Furniture:** Opportunity for furniture companies to develop innovative pieces that blur the line between functional furniture and sculptural works of art.
- **Materials and Surfaces:** Companies working with materials like Caesarstone can explore new applications and collaborate with designers to create expressive installations.

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