Designed to comment on the relationship between nature and technology, the Poilu Vases are made to look like they can grow hair.
The idea to incorporate hair into the 3D printing process started as a simple idea to bring more texture and tactility into the world of ceramics. Studio Bold, the designers behind the vases, aimed to draw parallels between the digital and natural world, resulting in a series of beautifully organic-looking but artificial sculptures. To achieve the final result, the design house created a code made up of "coordinates between the logic mathematics to the logic generated by nature.” Vegetable-based fibers like bamboo, coconut and wood helped the vases achieve the appearance of "hair," which, is simultaneously a delight to look at and confusing to the senses.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Hair-implanted Vases
- The trend of incorporating artificial hair into vases creates a dynamic texture and blurs the line between natural and artificial.
- Texture in Ceramics
- The trend of adding texture to ceramic designs through 3D printing opens opportunities for unique and visually appealing creations.
- Digital-natural Parallels
- The trend of exploring the relationship between the digital and natural world in design provides innovative and thought-provoking artistic expressions.
Where This Applies
- Artificial Hair Products
- The artificial hair industry can explore new applications by partnering with designers and artists to create hair-implanted products beyond traditional usage.
- 3D Printing in Ceramics
- The ceramics industry can embrace 3D printing technology to introduce texture and unique elements to their designs, appealing to a modern and design-conscious clientele.
- Design and Art Installation
- Design and art installation companies can incorporate the concept of digital-natural parallels into their projects, creating immersive and thought-provoking experiences.
