# Reimagined Indian Tiles Mandala by Steffi Min Explores the Application of Intricate Patterns By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-05-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mandala-by-steffi-min References: [steffimin](http://www.steffimin.com/mandala) You might be used to seeing these sorts of [sculpted motifs as architectural embellishments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lithic-bloom) both inside and outside of Indian structures, but Mandala by Steffi Min is a project that strives to celebrate these ornate objects in ways that infiltrate life in unexpected ways. The designer describes why such [handmade tiles and bricks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balera-collection) may go undervalued and under-appreciated, but instead of carving them from solid gold, she turns to more unusual everyday applications for such ornamentation usually reserved for [ceramic and stone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arianna-de-luca). The result of her creative exploration gives light to a collection of soft-looking items from wall-mounted planters and pendant lamps to chocolate bars. As far as the first two are concerned, I'd love to incorporate Mandala by Steffi Min into my home, but I don't think I could stand to eat such an elaborately engraved treat. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Reimagined Handmade Tiles:** Opportunity for designers to transform traditional tiles into unique and unexpected everyday items. - **Exploration of Intricate Patterns:** Potential for incorporating intricate patterns into various product designs and applications. - **Ornate Object Revival:** Renewed appreciation for ornate objects in unconventional and non-architectural settings. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** Decorative tiles and other objects can be used to create unique and visually appealing home decor products. - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can experiment with incorporating intricate patterns into their creations, expanding artistic possibilities. - **Food and Confectionery:** Opportunity to create visually striking food products using engraved patterns, adding an artistic touch to the culinary industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ombre Effect Tile Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melange.md) - [Sandalwood-Inspired Ceramic Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandalwood-collection.md) - [Vintage Graphics-Inspired Tile Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tile-collections.md) - [Fruit-Inspired Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-grounds.md) - [Sculptural Mixed-Media Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-echoes.md) - [Architectural Ceramic Surfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nesting-room.md) - [Painting-Inspired Wallpaper Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portals-collection.md) - [Temple-Inspired Striking Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abin-design-studio.md) - [Hand-Painted Patterned Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nina-campbell.md)