# Animalistic Appliances Flocking Telephones, Nesting Globes and Shivering Lights By Cowbag | Published 2008-12-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flocking-telephones-animalistic-appliances References: [shapeandcolour.wordpress](http://shapeandcolour.wordpress.com/2008/12/05/rune-guneriussen/) & [runeguneriussen.no](http://www.runeguneriussen.no/) 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 Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Animal-inspired Products:** Creating household items that resemble animals to remind consumers of noble virtues. - **Object Grouping Art:** Using household objects to create animalistic art installations. - **Nature-inspired Decor:** Incorporating natural elements into household decor such as rocks or snow. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** Incorporating animal-inspired designs into household items. - **Art:** Creating animalistic art installations using various objects. - **Consumer Goods:** Developing new product lines with animal-inspired designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Industrial Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forming-function-nomad-collection.md) - [Creature-Inspired Home Good Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charles-jeffreys-loverboy.md) - [Folk Creature Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fibredog.md) - [Striking Urban Wildlife Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clare-allin.md) - [Animalistic Ceramic Smart Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savannah-smart-products.md) - [Intricate Lighting Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-of-common-interest1.md) - [AI-Generated Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaudiinspired.md) - [Organic Illuminated Artful Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cages-mobiles-and-rock.md) - [Object Design-Explorative Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apartamento-secreto.md)