# Fallen Log Centerpiece by Jeff Zimmerman By Design Crack | Published 2007-02-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fallen-log-centerpiece-by-jeff-zimmerman References: [designcrack](http://designcrack.com/v2/2006/12/01/fallen-log-centerpiece-by-jeff-zimmerman/) & [steuben](http://www.steuben.com) Ever since I visited the island of Murano outside of Venice, where they make some of the finest (and cheesiest) glass in the world, I've had an obsessions with [fine glass objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiral-glass). This log centerpiece by Jeff Zimmerman is one of the finest. I've watched comparable glass blowers work, and for a piece to reach the level of perfection that these logs have acheived is a real accomplishment. I'm assuming there probably was a lot of broken glass on the floor after this run. I also mention the piece because it continues this establishing trend of [recreating natural objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-great-tree), such as [logs and antlers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/don-heston-studio) and the like, in materials that have to be highly manipulated to acheive the form of the natural object. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Recreating Natural Objects:** The trend of recreating natural objects with manipulated materials opens up opportunities for glass blowers to showcase their skills and create high-end decorative pieces. - **Fine Glass Objects:** The trend of fine glass objects allows for artists to push the boundaries of traditional glass blowing and create unique and exquisite pieces. - **Sculptural Centerpieces:** The trend of sculptural centerpieces creates opportunities for artists to showcase their talents and create one-of-a-kind statement pieces for events and interior design. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can benefit from these trends by showcasing the creativity and unique skills of artists in creating high-end decorative pieces. - **Event Planning:** The event planning industry can incorporate sculptural centerpieces as a way to enhance the overall design and appeal of their events. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can incorporate natural-themed decor such as recreations of logs and antlers to create a rustic yet sophisticated ambiance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Island-Inspired Wooden Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/island-table.md) - [Repurposed Wooden Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darren-appiagyei.md) - [Glass Cube Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murano-glass-stools.md) - [Sculptural Glass Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/navazi.md) - [Ethereal Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peter-kovacsy.md) - [Venice-Honoring Table Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leaf-table-venezia.md) - [Felled Tree Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ptacek-home-chunk-line.md) - [Artisanal Glassware Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fazeek.md) - [Extravagant Handcrafted Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-furniture.md)