# Rippling Effect Glasses nendo Created a Glass Bottles Imitating Natural Water Effects for i-lohas By Amy Duong | Published 2018-07-06 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ilohas References: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/design/nendo-glass-bottle-design-captures-ripples-natural-spring-water-07-05-2018/) & [nendo.jp](http://www.nendo.jp/) Japanese design studio nendo created a [unique glass bottle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-glass-bottles) adorned with [rippling visuals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripples-collection) for [Coca-Cola](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprite-bottles) mineral water Japanese label i-lohas. i-lohas uses premium water sources found in Japan and the glasses imitate the movement of fresh natural spring water. The design blends practical elements with a minimal style, as its surface prevents slippage. The glasses are printed in white ink and vertically arranged -- this technique was chosen with the impact of the environment in mind as it causes less damage than multi-tonal printing. When the glass is set on a table surface, it stands out visually with its vibrant green cap and unique structural form. In attempts to draw in more attention from consumers, the glass, bottle and coaster wear the same rippling design. Image Credit: Akihiro Yoshida Photo Credits: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/design/nendo-glass-bottle-design-captures-ripples-natural-spring-water-07-05-2018/), [nendo.jp](http://www.nendo.jp/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Natural-inspired Packaging:** Creating packaging designs that imitate natural elements to enhance product appeal and connection to nature. - **Minimalistic Glassware:** Designing glassware with minimalistic aesthetics that blend practicality and style. - **Environmentally-friendly Printing Techniques:** Exploring printing methods that cause less environmental damage, such as single-tonal printing. ### Where This Applies - **Beverage Packaging:** Opportunity for beverage companies to use natural-inspired designs in their packaging to differentiate and attract consumers. - **Home Goods:** Chance for home goods companies to offer stylish and practical glassware with unique designs, attracting consumers who value aesthetics. - **Printing Technology:** Potential for printing technology companies to develop innovative, environmentally-friendly printing techniques for various industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Water Movement-Inspired Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripple-light.md) - [Custom Wave-Like Vodka Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ardagh.md) - [Natural Material Bottle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuwa-fuwa-collection.md) - [Wabi-Sabi-Informed Green Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-glassware.md) - [Perfect Sound-Producing Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfect-cheers.md) - [Creative Constellation Water Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evian-x-coperni.md) - [Perfect-Pour Beer Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfect-3way-glass.md) - [Japanese Art-Inspired Water Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kintsugi-collection.md) - [Retro Soda Collab Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-drinkware.md)