# Computer-Generated Platters The Digital Vessel by Zhang Zhoujie is Made Out of Cutout Metal By Meghan Young | Published 2013-12-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-vessel-by-zhang-zhoujie References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/crowdfunding/computer-generated_design_zhang_zhoujies_digital_vessel_gives_new_meaning_to_digital_fabrication_26001.asp) & [indiegogo](http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/digital-vessel-craftsmanship-meets-computer-digitization) Cold and intricate, the Digital Vessel by Zhang Zhoujie, a designer based in Shanghai, China, is essentially a [futuristic platter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carrousel-flatware). A "[digitally spontaneous design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/texttoclay)," as stated by the designer, it was created through the use of computer programs. A futuristic idea, which has spawned a [futuristic dishware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circuit). It is made out of metal. Currently, the Digital Vessel by Zhang Zhoujie is vying for funding on Indiegogo, an American platform. This is noteworthy since the young award-winning designer is the first international campaign of its kind. He notes, "I believe that Indiegogo is the right platform to find the support needed to launch an entire digital revolution, a generation of backers that understand and can identify with my vision." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## 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 - **Computer-generated Platters:** Opportunity for the development of advanced, digitally designed dishware using computer programs. - **Futuristic Dishware:** Potential for the creation of innovative, futuristic designs and materials in the field of dishware. - **Digital Revolution in Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to transform the traditional design process using computer programs and generate support through crowdfunding. ### Who This Affects Most - **Dishware Manufacturing:** The dishware manufacturing industry can embrace computer-generated designs and materials to create cutting-edge products. - **Industrial Design:** The industrial design industry can explore the possibilities of incorporating digital technologies and computer programs into their creative process. - **Crowdfunding Platforms:** Crowdfunding platforms like Indiegogo can support and promote the funding of digital design projects, revolutionizing the way products are brought to market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Machine-Made Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gcode-flatware.md) - [Zero Gravity-Dining Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-microgravity.md) - [Spiral Glass Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiral-glass.md) - [Virtual Craft Fusions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arnardo-collection.md) - [AI-Developed 3D-Printed Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/differential-growth.md) - [3D-Printed Colorful Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olivier-van-herpt-1.md) - [Artful Meticulous Tableware Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tableware-collections.md) - [Seashell-Inspired Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traditional-and-digital-techniques.md) - [Stunningly Ornamental Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erm-studio.md)