# Contemporary Versatile Glassware Richard Brendon Designs the Modern Optic Collection By Amy Duong | Published 2024-04-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optic-collection References: [design-milk](https://design-milk.com/the-optic-collection-traces-its-history-back-to-crude-glassmaking/) & [redirect.viglink](https://redirect.viglink.com/?format=go&jsonp=vglnk_171373700459412&key=6ab1d62aaf9dbafae96546ba3ca1b2ac&libId=lv8d2klg0100x1tt000ULg24z0g3b&loc=https%3A%2F%2Fdesign-milk.com%2Fthe-optic-collection-traces-its-history-back-to-crude-glassmaking%2F&v=1&out=https%3A%2F%2Frichardbrendon.com%2Fcollections%2Foptic&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fdesign-milk.com%2Flatest%2F%3Foffset%3D11&title=The%20Optic%20Collection%20Traces%20Its%20History%20Back%20to%20Crude%20Glassmaking&txt=%3Cstrong%3EOptic%20Collection%3C%2Fstrong%3E)  Richard Brendan designs the Optic collection, which features three pieces of [glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeris-doublewalled-glassware). All of these are designed with a contemporary look and use a [traditional glassmaking technique](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fazeek) dating back centuries of years ago. It comes in the finishes of Clear or Smoke which is a semi-clear look. The collection features a tumbler, a carafe, and a highball -- offering the perfect additions to hosting. The technique that is used to create the capsule dates back to 1450 and reigns from Germany. Historically, artisans would blow molten glass into a ribbed mold and remove it while it can still be molded. They blow into the second mold without ribs before twisting it to form the [spiraled pattern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiral-glass). Image Credit: Richard Brendon ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 23% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Contemporary Glassware Design:** Innovative glassware designs combine modern aesthetics with traditional glassmaking techniques, offering a fresh take on classic designs. - **Heritage Glassmaking Techniques:** Reviving centuries-old glassmaking techniques introduces a sense of history and craftsmanship into modern glassware collections. - **Study in Glass Form and Function:** Exploring the intersection of form and function in glassware design creates versatile pieces that enhance the experience of hosting and entertaining. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can leverage innovative glassware designs to elevate guest experiences and add a touch of sophistication to dining settings. - **Luxury Home Goods:** Luxury home goods retailers have the opportunity to showcase heritage glassmaking techniques in modern collections, appealing to consumers seeking unique and high-quality items for their homes. - **Artisanal Craftsmanship:** Artisanal craftsmanship industries can explore the fusion of traditional glassmaking techniques with contemporary aesthetics to create one-of-a-kind glassware pieces that resonate with consumers seeking authenticity and artistry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Glassware Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-glassware.md) - [Hand-Blown Glassware Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handblown-glassware-collection.md) - [City Cocktail Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/time-distilled.md) - [Ultra-Elegant Glassware Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domain-glass.md) - [Artful Hosting Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-entertaining.md) - [Collaborative Handcrafted Glassware Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-glassware.md) - [Timeless Mixology Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixology-collections.md) - [Artful Complex Mixology Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bargiani.md) - [Glass Accessories Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/11-ravens.md)