# Futuristic Funeral Carriages This Modern Coffin Carriage is an Avant-Garde Take on Antique Designs By Amelia Roblin | Published 2015-03-06 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-coffin-carriage References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2015/03/06/go-out-in-style/) & [hamidbekradi](http://hamidbekradi.com/) Only the young at heart would elect to have this modern coffin carriage used within his funeral procession, for it embodies a style of design that's certainly not trapped in the past. Interestingly, the machines of old have conceptually inspired this cutting-edge coach; however, the finished product is as streamlined and slick as a futuristic space-travel equipment. Hamid Bekradi looked to the great wheels of military and funerary carts to influence an exaggerated version. Taking advantage of relatively recent developments in [hub-less wheel technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electra-orbit), the designer was able to free up the entire space inside the shallow cylindrical car. Glossy metal on the outside, the modern coffin carriage has a quilted fabric interior to cushion the casket, providing a flashy horse-drawn 'Last Ride.' ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Modern Coffin Carriages:** Opportunity for the funeral industry to embrace innovative and avant-garde designs for coffin carriages. - **Streamlined Funeral Processions:** Trend of incorporating modern and sleek designs into funeral processions, bringing a futuristic touch to traditional ceremonies. - **Hub-less Wheel Technology:** Innovation opportunity for the automotive industry to explore and implement hub-less wheel technology in various vehicles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Funeral Industry:** Opportunity for funeral industry professionals to incorporate modern and avant-garde designs into funeral services and products. - **Automotive Industry:** Opportunity for automotive manufacturers to explore and implement hub-less wheel technology for improved vehicle design and functionality. - **Interior Design Industry:** Opportunity for interior designers to create stylish and comfortable interiors for modern coffin carriages, bringing innovation to funeral services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Design-Forward Funerary Urn Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funerary-urn.md) - [Biodegradable Burial Caskets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loop-biotech.md) - [Dark-Themed Luxury Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Dark-Themed-Luxury-cars.md) - [Next-Gen Boxy Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boxy-vehicle.md) - [Coffin-Shaped Engagement Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffin-shaped-engagement-rings.md) - [Life-Size Casket Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casket-cooler.md) - [Compact Classically Inspired Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-spaceman-hatchback.md) - [Deep Sea Funerals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-sea-funeral.md) - [Royal Carriage Replicas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horse-drawn-carriage-rides.md)