# Terrifically Timber Creature Toys Hakan Gursu's Wacky Creature Toys are Completely Eco-Friendly By Brandon Bastaldo | Published 2013-03-26 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hakan-gursu References: [adesignaward](http://www.adesignaward.com/design-image.php?y=2012&design=28081) Being able to buy [eco-friendly toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pelata-collection) that don't promote violence or use harmful plastics isn't a luxury readily available to everyone around the world, but thankfully designers like Hakan Gursu are making toys like these [wacky wooden creatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1) that finally give parents and children positive and [imagination-building alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woset) to the products they buy and play with. Looking more like they are based on a twisted design out of Tim Burton movie, Hakan Gursu's creations are malleable wooden structures that allow and encourage children to combine these funky creatures' body parts and create a plethora of custom beasts. Made from all-natural sustainable materials that are recyclable, Hakan Gursu's funky wooden creations even come decorated with water-based acrylic paint that is specifically made for wooden surfaces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Toys:** The development of eco-friendly toys that promote creativity and imagination while being safe for the environment. - **Sustainable Materials:** The use of sustainable materials in toy production that are recyclable and non-toxic to promote environmental consciousness. - **Modular Toy Design:** The trend of modular toy design that allows children to customize and build their own unique toys while developing their creativity and problem-solving skills. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Manufacturing:** The toy manufacturing industry can disrupt the market by adopting eco-friendly and sustainable materials to produce modular and customizable toys that appeal to children and parents while promoting imagination and creativity. - **Environmental Products:** The environmental products industry can expand its portfolio to include eco-friendly and sustainable toys that prioritize creativity, fun, and imagination for children while promoting environmental consciousness. - **Education Supplies:** Toy suppliers for educational institutions can tap into the trend of modular toy design and promote the use of eco-friendly, non-toxic, and customizable toys that enhance children's creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration skills while supporting positive environmental practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Rice Husk Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-toy-game.md) - [Recycled Collectible Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recyclings.md) - [Magnetic Wooden Animal Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nini-amici-toy-set.md) - [Hard-Wearing Sustainable Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beco-pet.md) - [Wood-Crafted Eco-Friendly Crayons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-crayon.md) - [Creative STEM-Based Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jitterygit.md) - [Eco-Friendly Health-Conscious Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmos-snack-shack-toys.md) - [Sustainable Seasonal Chocolate Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playin-choc-christmas-toychoc-boxes.md) - [Artisanal Wooden Kitchen Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-kitchen-tools.md)