Animalistic Appliances

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Flocking Telephones, Nesting Globes and Shivering Lights

— December 10, 2008 — Fashion
Absolutely brilliant and totally different to anything I have seen before. To illustrate that objects can take on the animalistic instinct to form groups, herds or flocks, artist Rune Guneriussen created a photo project using ordinary household objects.

I love the world globes nestled on the rocks as if nesting, the antique lights shivering together in the snow, and everything about the flocks of telephones.

Implications - Animals have a special place for most consumers because they each represent specific virtues. For example, owls embody wisdom and rabbits embody patience. Consumers want to be reminded of the virtues that constitute a remarkable human being. Whether it be through animalized products or another means, companies should seek out opportunities to remind consumers of noble virtues.

Trend Themes

  1. Animal-inspired Products — Creating household items that resemble animals to remind consumers of noble virtues.
  2. Object Grouping Art — Using household objects to create animalistic art installations.
  3. Nature-inspired Decor — Incorporating natural elements into household decor such as rocks or snow.

Industry Implications

  1. Home Decor — Incorporating animal-inspired designs into household items.
  2. Art — Creating animalistic art installations using various objects.
  3. Consumer Goods — Developing new product lines with animal-inspired designs.
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