Designer Daniel Van Dijck specializes in handcrafted dishware and his 'Eccentric Plates' collection aims to transform dining experiences into a more artful affair. Drawing inspiration from relief art, each of Daniel Van Dijck's objects is textured, pierced, or layered -- creating a sculptural effect that is striking without making each piece less functional.
Some of the Eccentric Plates collection's most notable dishes include white plates with pierced sides -- mimicking eroded stones and shells that have been submerged in water -- along with a seafoam green design that features a rippled, and wrinkle-like texture.
Marrying form with function, these dishware accessories make dining experiences more artful, and memorable. Each piece is carefully handcrafted by Dijck, meaning no two are exactly alike in appearance.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Art-inspired Dishware
- There is an opportunity for designers to create dishware inspired by other forms of art, such as relief art, to elevate the dining experience.
- Handcrafted Dishware
- As consumers become more interested in unique and artisanal products, there is potential for handcrafted dishware, with their one-of-a-kind designs, to become more popular.
- Sculptural Tableware
- There is a trend towards using sculptural tableware that are beautiful to look at, while still being functional.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Tableware Design
- Designers specializing in tableware have opportunities to create unique and innovative products that offer artful dining experiences.
- Artisanal Goods
- As more consumers turn towards artisanal goods, there is an opportunity for handcrafted dishware to rise in popularity as a luxury item in their kitchens.
- Home Décor and Furnishings
- With the blurring lines between function and art, there is potential for sculptural dishware to cross over as decorative items when not in use.
