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Handmade Ceramic Device Stands

Montelouro is an Aesthetically Driven Product with a Modern Twist

— July 18, 2018 — Art & Design
There are many options for device stands on the market but many are impersonal and homogeneous. Spanish product designer Rafael Fernández seeks to change that by developing a product that not only satisfies a need but also contributes to the overall contemporary aesthetic of the home. Overcoming the line between sculpture and functionality, the creative creates Montelouro — a handcrafted ceramic object that holds the consumer's phone and tablet in place.

When comparing it to other device stands, Rafael Fernández reaches a distinct aesthetically driven edge that embraces modern design and traditional craftsmanship. Montelouro accommodates the physical specifications iPhones, iPads, Androids and the majority of digital tablets available on the tech market. This product is currently being funded on Kickstarter and its inspiration from nature is evident with reference to its landscape-like surface.
Trend Themes
1. Personalized Device Stands - Creating device stands that not only fulfill a function but also contribute to the personalized aesthetic of the user's home.
2. Aesthetic-driven Tech Accessories - Designing tech accessories with a modern and visually appealing aesthetic to enhance the overall look and feel of the user's devices.
3. Nature-inspired Design - Drawing inspiration from nature to create tech accessories with landscape-like surfaces and organic shapes.
Industry Implications
1. Tech Accessories - Opportunity to disrupt the tech accessory market by offering personalized and aesthetically-driven device stands that stand out among the impersonal and homogeneous options available.
2. Home Decor - Disrupting the home decor industry by introducing ceramic device stands that seamlessly blend functionality and modern design, adding an artistic touch to the home.
3. Digital Technology - Innovation opportunities in the digital technology industry by creating tech accessories that embrace nature-inspired design elements and enhance the user experience of smartphones and tablets.
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