# Uncomfortable Everyday Creations Sandpaper Series Features Soft Objects That Have Been Roughed Up By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-10-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandpaper-series References: [junk-culture](http://www.junk-culture.com/2013/10/meticulously-crafted-recreations-of.html) & [mandysmithwork](http://www.mandysmithwork.com/sandpaper.html) Your epidermis generally appreciates items that are softer to the touch, yet there are some objects in which this textural characteristic is a necessity. The Sandpaper Series features many of the everyday items that are crucially smooth because they come in contact with more sensitive parts of your body. An expert model-maker with a knack for working with paper, Mandy Smith has chosen the coarsest type of it to create a bra and underwear, toilet paper, sneakers, a bed, a pool slide and a bicycle. Even a light brush up against these sculptures would be enough to make your skin crawl, not to mention actually putting them to use! Nevertheless, the Sandpaper Series has been scrupulously crafted with charming details that make it utterly appealing -- to the eyes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Soft Textures:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the development of alternative materials that provide the tactile sensation of softness while maintaining durability. - **Hyperrealistic Sculptures:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to create hyperrealistic sculptures that challenge perceptions of texture. - **Sensory Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop products and environments that engage multiple senses, pushing the boundaries of what is considered comfortable and appealing. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with materials scientists and fashion designers to create garments that combine unconventional textures with wearable comfort. - **Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize advanced sculpting techniques and materials to create interactive art installations that evoke strong sensory experiences. - **Product Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate unconventional textures into everyday products, reimagining their purpose and transforming the user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smock Fabric Inflated Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smock-collection.md) - [Sexuality-Exploring Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rude-arts-club.md) - [Refined Mdf Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undressed-series.md) - [Health Object Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/out-of-orifice.md) - [Wooden Textural Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corrugated-furniture.md) - [Textured Modern Furniture Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touch-collections.md) - [Sculptural Knitted Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-knitted-objects.md) - [Human Embraced-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-sculpture.md) - [Dust-Based Soft Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/done-dusted.md)