# Sculptural Hygienic Cutlery Collections The Conceptual 'Flyde' Flatware is Elegantly Modern By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-05-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flyde-flatware References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2019/05/23/cutlery-that-defies-gravity/) The conceptual 'Flyde' flatware collection has been designed by Felix Marx as a sculpturally modern solution for the kitchen that provides a designer aesthetic that's also inherently hygienic. The name of the flatware translates from Danish to "to flow" and speaks to the balanced design that the cutlery has with both the surface it sits on and the user. The cutlery is crafted using two materials including [brushed stainless steel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foln) along with Ebonite to convey an almost futuristic look and feel that is ready for dinnertime. The conceptual 'Flyde' flatware collection also puts a focus on a [hygienic experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutlery-dispenser) by positioning the end of each piece slightly above the surface to prevent them from going into contact. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Hygienic Cutlery:** Opportunities for producing more hygienic and safe cutlery sets using unconventional materials and designs. - **Futuristic Flatware:** Innovations in flatware design and materials that look to the future and prioritize aesthetics and functionality. - **Sculptural Kitchenware:** The rise of sculptural kitchenware that blends art and functionality to enhance the look and feel of kitchens and dining areas. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Kitchenware:** Innovation opportunities in the kitchenware industry with a focus on creating modern and elegant designs with a priority on hygiene. - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can use hygienic and futuristic cutlery designs to offer a unique and high-end dining experience to guests. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can explore sculptural kitchenware to enhance the overall aesthetics of modern or minimalist kitchens. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Flatware Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carrousel-flatware.md) - [Machine-Made Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gcode-flatware.md) - [Interchangeable All-in-One Cutlery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinchy-cutlery.md) - [Inclusive Tactile Cutlery Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tactil.md) - [Flatpack Metal Utensil Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uphold-cutlery.md) - [Durable Sustainable Cutlery Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lollo.md) - [Table Manners-Teaching Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-tableware.md) - [Self-Sanitizing Titanium Cutlery Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-cutlery-set.md) - [Card-Size Travel Cutlery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-cutlery.md)