# Retro Oxidized Reflectors The David Derksen Design ‘Transcience' Manipulates Mirrors By Regan Canie | Published 2011-12-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-derksen-design-transcience References: [blog.urbanoutfitters](http://blog.urbanoutfitters.com/) & [davidderksen.nl](http://www.davidderksen.nl/?p=1131#more-1131) If you’ve ever caught sight of one of those rustic-looking reflectors from the olden days that is distorted and discolored, the [David Derksen Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smarts-place) ‘Transcience’ project harnesses a [mirrors aging process](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirroring-dialogue) and turns it into a [dynamic decor piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zigzag-collection). Derksen collaborated with Lex Pott to create the mirrors that play on the idea of natural oxidation that occurs in odd or inconvenient spots. They instead used sulfur to recreate the oxygen-water wear and tear, causing accelerated oxidation which they could manipulate into differentiating shades and shapes. If you become an owner of the sixties-styled David Derksen Design ‘Transcience’ rad reflectors, objects in the mirror will be as cool and cutting-edge as they appear! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Aging-inspired Decor:** By harnessing the beauty in the natural oxidation process, designers can create dynamic decor pieces that reference the past while remaining contemporary. - **Retro Reimaginations:** Taking inspiration from vintage design elements and techniques can lead to unique and eye-catching contemporary creations. - **Accelerated Oxidation Manipulation:** Using oxidizing agents and other chemicals to manipulate the aging process of materials can create color variations and unique textures. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Interior Design:** Designers can incorporate aging-inspired decor into their projects to create a unique and nostalgic atmosphere in commercial or residential spaces. - **Art and Sculpture:** Artists can utilize natural aging processes and oxidation manipulation techniques to create dynamic and unique pieces that reference the past. - **Home Decor Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can incorporate aging-inspired materials and techniques into their product lines, creating unique offerings for consumers who want a vintage and rustic aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Colorful Retro Pixel Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-mirror.md) - [Dynamic Structural Mirror Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bton-brut.md) - [Sculpturally Artistic Copper Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manu-bano-obj08-mirrors.md) - [Retro Music Device-Inspired Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drought.md) - [Suspended Mirrored Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirror-collection-1.md) - [Retro Jelly Mold-Inspired Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jelly-mirror.md) - [Optical Illusion Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hooptical.md) - [Architecture-Inspired Compact Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/friedrich-mini.md) - [One-of-a-Kind Ceramic Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-mirror.md)