# Sculptural Porcelain Heaters This Heater Uses a Breathable Design for a Dynamic Heating Solution By Gurveer Brah | Published 2015-09-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porcelain-heater References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2015/09/10/a-neat-looking-heat-sheet/) & [ensci](http://www.ensci.com) This [porcelain heater](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jet-focus) features an unconventional fabric that's used to heat up large spaces without sacrificing visual design. 'The Woven Heater' was created by the team from 'ENSCI Institute in France' to take a common item like the radiator and upgrade it using more efficient design techniques. This radiator uses porcelain -- with the addition of a heating wire -- to diffuse heat. The pieces of porcelain are woven together to create a breathable design. This design allows for the air to travel faster by passing through the woven openings. An additional benefit of using porcelain means that it can be manufactured in a variety of different colors -- adapting to the decor of any room. The different gradients of the design create a piece that is not only highly functional but also visually stunning. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Breathable Design for Heating Solutions:** The use of breathable design techniques in heating solutions offers a more efficient way to heat up large spaces without sacrificing visual design. - **Innovative Use of Porcelain for Heating:** Incorporating porcelain into heaters allows for a unique combination of functionality and aesthetic appeal. - **Customizable Heaters in Various Colors:** The ability to manufacture porcelain heaters in different colors offers a customizable heating solution that can adapt to any room's decor. ### Where This Applies - **Home Heating and Cooling:** The home heating and cooling industry can explore the use of breathable design techniques to create more efficient and visually appealing heating solutions. - **Interior Design and Decor:** The interior design and decor industry can take advantage of the innovative use of porcelain heaters to provide functional heating options that seamlessly blend with various design styles. - **Ceramics and Porcelain Manufacturing:** The ceramics and porcelain manufacturing industry can tap into the demand for customizable heaters by producing porcelain heaters in a wide range of colors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Design-Conscious Space Heaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-heater.md) - [Industrial Oceanic Home Heaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coral-electric-radiator.md) - [Design-Conscious Connected Heaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-heater.md) - [Bathroom-Ready Wall Heaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-heater.md) - [Modernized Ceramic Heaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delonghi-capsule-desk-loop.md) - [Posh Panel-Style Heaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apollo-ballu-convection-heater.md) - [Spinning Flame Space Heaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terracotta-heater.md) - [Multi-Functional Heating Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-heating-fan.md) - [Portable Plug-In Heaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cozypod.md)