# Affection-Exploring Objects Elena Tamburini's 'Filotea' Encourages Affection in Elderly Couples By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-07-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/filotea References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2019/07/15/elena-tamburini-filotea-graduate-project/) & [vimeo](https://vimeo.com/331251574) Designer Elena Tamburini's four-piece Filotea collection transforms everyday objects into tools that help elderly individuals and couples experience affection. The objects include a [mirror](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miror-collection), a brush, a table and a [walker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sofia-mobility), each of which was created after a simple gesture such as a caring touch or looking at oneself or a partner. The collection specifically explores sexuality as a taboo in society and even more so in old age and boasts a name to embody this theme—Filotea references Greek mythology, specifically the Greek goddess Philotes who personified affection and passion. In the collection, the [Filomena body brush](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touch-collections) provides a stimulating sensory massage and the Alvise coffee table provides a place for couples to comfortably hold hands. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Romance](https://www.trendhunter.com/romance) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Transformative Affection Objects:** The Filotea collection demonstrates the trend of using everyday objects to encourage affection in the elderly. - **Breaking Taboos in Aging:** The collection highlights the trend of addressing societal taboos, specifically around sexuality in old age. - **Sensory Stimulation Enhancements:** The Filomena body brush exemplifies the trend of incorporating sensory stimulation in everyday objects for the elderly. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Design:** Designers can leverage the transformative affection objects trend to create innovative products for the elderly. - **Healthcare:** The Filotea collection presents an opportunity for the healthcare industry to develop solutions that address the emotional well-being of elderly individuals. - **Wellness:** Wellness brands can explore the sensory stimulation enhancements trend to create products that promote relaxation and well-being in older adults. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interactive Meeting Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toku.md) - [Adaptive Furniture Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/svelte-collection.md) - [Gendered Concept-Exploring Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-casa-dentro.md) - [Sea-Inspired Mini Sculpture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sculptures.md) - [Material Art Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ferro-capsule.md) - [Sexuality-Exploring Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rude-arts-club.md) - [Responsive Companion Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trutru-haptic.md) - [Elevated Senior Essentials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remsen.md) - [Empowering Walking Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walking-sticks.md)