# Handmade Ceramic Device Stands Montelouro is an Aesthetically Driven Product with a Modern Twist By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-07-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/device-stands1 References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/oitenta/montelouro-ceramic-smartphone-and-tablet-stand) & [vimeo](https://vimeo.com/277946262) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twelve-south-curve-nano), [iPads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magfree-pro), Androids and the majority of digital tablets available on the tech market. This product is currently being funded on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hombi) and its inspiration from nature is evident with reference to its landscape-like surface. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Personalized Device Stands:** Creating device stands that not only fulfill a function but also contribute to the personalized aesthetic of the user's home. - **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. - **Nature-inspired Design:** Drawing inspiration from nature to create tech accessories with landscape-like surfaces and organic shapes. ### Who This Affects Most - **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. - **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. - **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. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eco-Friendly Desk Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hombi.md) - [Structurally Artful Laptop Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohann.md) - [Magsafe Phone Stand Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-phone.md) - [Cable Storage Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hold-the-phone-stand.md) - [Sculptural Headphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arco.md) - [High-End Design Smartphone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magsafe-iphone-stand.md) - [Naturalistic Stone Device Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/einova-charging-stone.md) - [Artfully Sculptural Incense Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aw030001na.md) - [Origami-Inspired Technology Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tablet-and-phone-stand.md)