# Recycled Typewriter As Art Robot Made From Old Parts By Going Like Sixty | Published 2007-11-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycling-manual-typewriters-to-make-modern-art-but References: [spluch.blogspot](http://spluch.blogspot.com/2007/11/sculpture-made-from-typewriter-parts.html) "Back in the Day..." don't roll your eyes, this is pretty cool! A really creative artist disassembled a few [manual typewriters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freewrite-ernest-hemingway) to create these geeky masterpieces. The keys are on the arms and legs, the cover is the chest plate, and the, uh, thingies that put the image on the paper are part of the calves. Who knew that a typewriter had a pelvis? But no ribbons for the hair? **Implications** - [Eco-conscious consumers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-suit-gundam-seed) are constantly searching for green habits which they can adopt into their lifestyles to reduce their carbon footprints. These consumers appreciate products that are constructed out of [recycled materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tray210) as they are eco-friendly. Companies should consider manufacturing products with this crucial quality if they wish to appeal to growing green demographics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Graffiti](https://www.trendhunter.com/graffiti) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Recycled Art:** Opportunity to craft eco-friendly and unique art pieces for consumers looking to reduce their carbon footprints. - **Upcycling:** Opportunity to transform waste into innovative creations that have both aesthetic and functional value. - **Sustainability in Design:** Opportunity to create products that are environmentally responsible, appealing to eco-conscious consumers and benefit the planet. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can make use of recycled materials to create unique pieces that appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Manufacturers can incorporate recycled materials in their products to appeal to eco-conscious consumers who prefer sustainable and responsible products. - **Waste Management:** Companies can explore new ways to transform waste into valuable products, changing the traditional model of waste disposal while improving the environment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Collectible Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recyclings.md) - [Repurposed Vintage Apple Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repurposed-vintage-apple-computers.md) - [Functional Block Brick Typewriters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-typewriter.md) - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md) - [Human-Made Lamp Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-am-not-a-robot-lamp-collection.md) - [Recycled Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection.md) - [3D-Printed E Ink Typewriters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tapico-typer.md) - [Recycled Phonecase Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/journey-to-rebirth.md) - [Resurrected Used Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-afterlife.md)