# Inukshuk Ice Sculptures Jacky Wu's 'Polar Ice Tray' Lets You Channel Inuit Culture By Nika Kubiak | Published 2009-04-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personalize-ice-sculptures-jacky-wu-uses-stone-figuresto-help-you-enjoy-dri References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2009/04/24/can-we-have-some-inukshuk-ice/) & [inukshukgallery](http://inukshukgallery.com/) Designer Jacky Wu came up with a brilliant idea for the ice tray. Her 'Polar Ice Tray' features very modern pebble-shaped black exteriors that are designed for Inukshuk-shaped ice cubes. The coolest part about it is the ice's design. Just poor the water, freeze it and voila--your Inukshuk ice is ready. Let’s not forget that the famous stone sculpture is the official emblem of the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. With a drink in hand, chilled by super-ice in your glass, you’ll have extra fun knowing that the traditional meaning of the Inukshuk is “Someone was here,” or “You are on the right path.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modern Ice Tray Design:** Opportunity for designers to create new and innovative ice tray designs. - **Cultural Motif Ice Cubes:** Opportunity for food and beverage companies to incorporate traditional cultural motifs into their products for added uniqueness and appeal. - **Sustainable Ice Making:** Opportunity for companies to create machines that can make ice cubes sustainably and efficiently. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Kitchenware:** Innovations in kitchenware products like ice trays can increase sales and boost customer satisfaction. - **Food and Beverage:** Incorporating cultural motifs in food and drink products can generate interest and loyalty among customers. - **Sustainability:** Sustainable ice making machines can help reduce energy consumption and lower environmental impact. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ice-Embossing Barware Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stamptitude-clear-ice-embosser.md) - [Compact Ice Cub Storage Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/czwlhg-ice-cube-trays.md) - [Embossed Ice Stamp Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clear-ice-embosser.md) - [At-Home Mixologist Ice Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sphere-ice-maker.md) - [Star-Shaped Ice Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-shaped-ice-cubes.md) - [Eco-Friendly Ice Straw Molds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-straw.md) - [Self-Building Igloo Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inland-iglu.md) - [Modern Mixologist Ice Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juniper-clear-ice-maker.md) - [Ice Cube Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cube-necklace.md)