# Storm Brewing Teacups Artist Mark McKeague Creates Mini Weather Conditions Inside a Cup By Tia Clarke | Published 2013-04-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mark-mckeague References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/357063/Designer-Literally-Creates-A-Storm-In-A-Teacup-With-Device-That-Reflects-Weather/) & [design-interactions.rca.ac.uk](http://www.design-interactions.rca.ac.uk/mark-mckeague/storm-teacup) London-based freelance designer Mark McKeague has created a micro weather system inside a teacup. The work, aptly entitled 'Storm in a Teacup,' mimics weather conditions outside by creating rainy, windy or sunshine-based radiations from within the cup. The clever creation features a [spinning teaspoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lidris) with mini-propellers attached that will propel itself around your teacup as it squeals with windy conditions. Having some rays of sunshine radiating out of your teacup would certainly make your morning breakfast a far more pleasant experience. Just be careful not to get burned by this feisty teacup, it can even produce clouds, rain and lightening! If you're looking to add a little kick to your [teatime experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gptea-set), then these storm-infused cups are just for you. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Micro Weather Systems:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing personalized weather experiences in everyday objects, such as mugs or glasses. - **Interactive Tableware:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating tableware that engages with users by providing dynamic and interactive experiences. - **Weather-inspired Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating weather themes and elements into various products and designs for added sensory stimulation. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing weather-inspired home decor items that enhance the ambiance and mood of a space. - **Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offering unique tableware experiences in restaurants or hotels to create memorable dining experiences. - **Gifts and Souvenirs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating weather-themed gift items that provide a playful and visually appealing twist to traditional souvenirs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Effortless Tea Brewing Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuptone-teacup.md) - [Surrealist-Inspired Tea Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-for-two-collection.md) - [Sensor-Guided Tea Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundsip.md) - [Fantastical Brewing Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cauldron-nyc.md) - [Ready-to-Sip Tea Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cup-ji.md) - [Zero-Gravity Space Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-gravity-coffee-cup.md) - [Tornado-Inspired Illuminator Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storm-lamp.md) - [Rain-Inspired Glassware Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/syksy.md) - [Relaxing Countertop Tea Brewers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-tea-maker.md)