# Bowl-Like Boom Boxes Sunyung Yang's radi_O is Inspired by Wine Glass Music By Meghan Young | Published 2011-06-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radi-o References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/05/31/glass-full-of-radio) As you look at the radi_O device, the image of wine glass music may pop into your head. That is because radi_O was inspired by that. Looking like a [drinking glass filled with water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soak), this contraption calls for you to actually run your finger along its edge to control it. Designed by Sunyung Yang, the radi_O introduces a very [tranquil and zen quality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-heirloom) to musical experiences. Although FM-AM radios can be quite typical-looking, this concept design really introduces a new aesthetic. In fact, the radi_O concept advocates a more [intuitive and interactive experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenbowl) between user and device, as though it were an instrument itself. Basically, by running your finger along the rim, you are able to control the volume and station. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 33% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Interactive Devices:** The radi_O concept introduces a more intuitive and interactive experience between user and device, opening up opportunities for new interactive devices. - **Aesthetic Redesign:** The radi_O concept introduces a new aesthetic for FM-AM radios, suggesting the potential for aesthetic redesign in other traditional devices. - **Zen-inspired Experiences:** The radi_O concept brings a tranquil and zen quality to musical experiences, indicating a growing trend for products that promote relaxation and mindfulness. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The radi_O concept presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the consumer electronics industry to develop more interactive and aesthetically pleasing devices. - **Home Decor:** The radi_O concept opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the home decor industry by combining functionality and aesthetics in unique ways. - **Wellness and Mindfulness:** The radi_O concept aligns with the increasing focus on wellness and mindfulness, providing opportunities for disruptive innovation in the wellness industry and related products and services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bowl-Shaped Meditation Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miifm.md) - [Fashion-Forward Audio Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luna-audio.md) - [Tech-Infused Analog Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-aesthetics-and-modern-technology.md) - [Delightfully Playful Music Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anomalo.md) - [Industrial Design Radio Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radio-desk.md) - [Stylish Low-Tech Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frame-sound.md) - [Washing Machine-Inspired Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hari-3d.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Console Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-radio.md) - [Retrofuturistic Streaming Audio Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-streaming-audio-player.md)