# Minimalist Nativity Sets (UPDATE) Emilie Voirin Re-imagines the Religious Scene with Wood Blocks By Meghan Young | Published 2014-11-26 | Special Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nativity-set References: [fastcodesign](http://www.fastcodesign.com/3038970/a-minimalist-nativity-set-made-of-wood-blocks) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1390418321/minimal-nativity-set) Some people might argue that Jesus was black, others will debate about the color of his hair; Émilie Voirin puts these disagreements and digressions to rest with her Minimal Nativity Set. Forgoing the typical human form for [basic wooden blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-tower), her Minimal Nativity Set will appeal to people for a number of reasons. Not only does it focus on what really matters, its [clean aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arba) will find admiration among contemporary peers. Although the [Minimal Nativity Set](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimal-nativity-set) made headlines last year, Voirin has since launched a Kickstarter campaign that will allow people around the world to enjoy her design. She has even created an exclusive brass version. Voiron writes, "I would like people to see the product as an alternative version of the objectified biblical scene that usually looks very ornamental." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Special](https://www.trendhunter.com/special) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Minimalist Nativity Sets:** There is an opportunity for designers to create more modern and minimalist interpretations of traditional religious artifacts. - **Wooden Block Designs:** Wooden block designs are a popular and versatile option, with possibilities for use in home decor or as children's toys. - **Crowdfunding for Religious Products:** Crowdfunding allows designers to bring their religious product designs to a wider audience, creating opportunities for unique products to succeed in the market. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Religious Products:** Designers and manufacturers of religious products can tap into the growing demand for modern and minimalist interpretations of traditional artifacts. - **Home Decor:** Minimalist wooden block designs can be utilized in the home decor industry to create a modern and simple aesthetic that appeals to contemporary consumers. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Manufacturers of children's toys can explore using wooden blocks as an alternative to plastic toys for more sustainable and eco-friendly options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Brick Centerpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-christmas-table.md) - [Collaborative Sculptural Art Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme.md) - [Minimalist Artful Chessboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tarek-elkassouf.md) - [Minimalist Wooden Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-wooden-figures.md) - [Coffee Ground Music Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-music-box.md) - [Brutalist Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mohmaya.md) - [Wood-Centric Simple Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collective-collection.md) - [Sculpted Holiday Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pastel-palette.md) - [Faux Christmas Candle Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-table-decoration.md)