# Animal Inhabited Tableware 'The Friends With You' Glassware Series is Creature-Filled By annaOMline | Published 2009-07-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glasses-with-animal-surprise References: [finnishdesignshop](http://www.finnishdesignshop.com/new-friends-jug-p-3657.html?language=en&country=57) & [finnishdesignshop](http://www.finnishdesignshop.com/new-friends-jug-p-3657.html?language=en&country=57) You never know when you can find a new friend, maybe inside a glass? This is the funny proposal of artist Ernst Billgren who produced for Kosta Boda company, The Friends With You [tableware series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/killer-napkins). The [glass series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glassware-charms) includes a [jug](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Tottus-x-Ximena-Llosa) framed with green leaves and featuring a happy duck swimming at the bottom, and four glasses that feature a bear, a duck, a fox and a badger in them. Next time you drink something on this glasses you´ll find a new friend. :) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Creature-filled Tableware:** Opportunity for creating unique and interactive dining experiences through tableware designs filled with animal creatures. - **Artistic Glassware Series:** Opportunity to combine art and functionality by producing glassware series with whimsical designs. - **Friendship-themed Tableware:** Opportunity to tap into the market for tableware that promotes friendship and emotional connection through playful designs. ### Where This Applies - **Tableware Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for tableware manufacturers to create unconventional and captivating products that stand out from traditional designs. - **Art and Sculpture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for artists and sculptors to explore the intersection of art and everyday objects by creating unique and conversation-starting glassware series. - **Hospitality and Restaurants:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for restaurants and hospitality establishments to enhance customer experience and storytelling through the use of imaginative and character-filled tableware. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nesting Gem-Like Drinking Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upsidedownside-glasses.md) - [Festive Tree-Inspired Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-tree-mugs.md) - [Anatomy-Inspired Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-glasses.md) - [Unbreakable Wine Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unbreakable-wine-glass.md) - [Captivating Tonal Drinking Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/podio-cup.md) - [Flower-Inspired Glassware Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-verre-bonbon.md) - [Artsy Surrealist Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gohar-world.md) - [Canadian Animal-Themed Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/our-animals-maple-syrup-jar.md) - [Colorful Outdoor Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-drinkware.md)