# Unusable Art Tools Fabrica Submits Glass Fire Extinguishers & More to Paris ToolsGalerie By Brian G Randles | Published 2009-10-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paris-toolsgalerie References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/events/fabrica_at_toolsgalerie_in_paris_14903.asp) & [toolsgalerie](http://www.toolsgalerie.com/) Fabrica has come up with the some admittedly interesting but practically useless tools that they will be displaying at the [Paris ToolsGalerie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-tracking-device) from November 5th through November 12th, 2009. 'This & That' is the name of the collection which features the [glass bells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cassina-2) created by Fabrica. Check out more of the glass hammers, fire extinguishers and all other [artistically inclined tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dpartment) which will be at the Paris ToolsGalerie at the link below. **Implications** - While many consumers might rely on products solely for their use or function, others with boundless imaginations might relish in products that offer some ambiguity or mystery. Businesses that offer their clients products that require the creativity and active involvement of the consumer will appeal to those consumers seeking a unique experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 8% | 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) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Ambiguous Products:** Businesses that offer products with ambiguity or mystery can appeal to consumers seeking a unique experience. - **Artistically Designed Tools:** The use of artistically inclined tools can provide businesses with a disruptive innovation opportunity. - **Consumer Creativity:** Products that require the creativity and active involvement of the consumer can cater to a specific market segment. ### Who This Affects Most - **Artistic Tools:** The market for artistically designed tools can provide a niche industry for businesses to explore. - **Creative Experiences:** Industries that offer unique and creative experiences for consumers can tap into a growing market. - **Ambiguous Products:** The industry of offering products with ambiguity or mystery can appeal to a specific segment of consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Upcycled Object Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Kid-Designed Sculptural Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galerie-philia.md) - [Ornamental Functional Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bells-and-whistles-collection.md) - [Unconventional Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-miami-2024.md) - [Object Design-Explorative Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apartamento-secreto.md) - [Broken-Aesthetic Sculpture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brokenaesthetic-sculpture-collection.md) - [Functional Streamlined Ceramic Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uu-tiles-collection.md) - [Kinetic Art Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-machine.md) - [Brick-Centric Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brick-collection.md)