Iwamoto Remodels Plastic Into Vases Using Traditional Manufacturing
Amy Duong — April 19, 2018 — Art & Design
References: kohdaiiwamoto & dezeen
Tokyo-based designer Iwamoto brings his desired concept of transforming a mass-produced material into a piece of artwork to fruition with his latest plastic blown vases. Iwamoto blends together the traditional manufacturing process of glass blowing with PVC pipes often used for plumbing purposes. He first heats up the plastic pipes over a heater for up to 20 minutes until it softens and becomes a consistency that resembles rubber. He follows that by placing the pipe over a wooden mold and blowing to inflate it, similar to the glass blowing process. This creates an indenting pattern design on the vase's surface.
Iwamoto's PVC pipe vases are currently being showcased at the Milan design week venue, Ventura Future, as a part of a display section entitled Ex-Portation.
Iwamoto's PVC pipe vases are currently being showcased at the Milan design week venue, Ventura Future, as a part of a display section entitled Ex-Portation.
Trend Themes
1. Plastic Art - Artists and designers experimenting with plastic materials, creating new aesthetics and functions for everyday objects.
2. Blended Manufacturing - Incorporating traditional manufacturing techniques with new materials or processes to create innovative, hybrid outcomes.
3. Sustainable Design - Exploring new methods for repurposing commonly discarded materials to create eco-friendly and inventive products.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Exploring new possibilities for materials, aesthetics, and production methods in order to create unique and innovative art and design pieces.
2. Manufacturing - Incorporating new materials and processes into traditional manufacturing techniques can have a disruptive impact on the manufacturing industry.
3. Environmental Sustainability - Developing new ways to transform waste materials into usable products can have a positive impact on the environment and provide opportunities for innovative business models.
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