# Modernized Traditional Japanese Kettles The Conceptual 'Seramikku' Kettle Has an Electric Base By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-04-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seramikku-kettle References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/04/07/this-japanese-kettles-detailed-design-will-leave-you-wondering-real-or-render/) The conceptual 'Seramikku' kettle is a product designed by Shail Iyer as part of a Render Weekly challenge that helps to transition the traditional kitchen item into a modernized solution for the home. The kettle is inspired by the [traditional Japanese uwade kyusu kettle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-drinkware) and has been modernized with an elegant handle along with a an [electric heating base](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-samovar) to allow for use without a stove. The kettle is perfect for [preparing tea or hot water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instantheating-water-dispenser) for a recipe to make it perfectly in sync with the needs of today's consumer. The conceptual 'Seramikku' kettle is crafted with ceramic and iron, and identifies what can be done to modernize a traditional piece equipment for the kitchen to keep it relevant for younger generations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Modernized Traditional Kettles:** Exploring how traditional kitchen items can be updated with modern features to meet the needs of today's consumers. - **Elegant Handles for Home Appliances:** Designing kitchen appliances with sleek and sophisticated handles for a contemporary aesthetic. - **Electrified Kitchen Equipment:** Integrating electric heating bases into traditional kitchen items for convenient and efficient use. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Kitchen Appliance Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can explore ways to update traditional kitchen items with modern features, such as electric heating bases, to cater to the needs of today's consumers. - **Ceramics and Iron Manufacturing:** Producers of ceramics and iron can collaborate to create modernized traditional kettles with elegant handles and electric heating bases, appealing to a younger market. - **Tea and Hot Water Preparation:** Businesses in the tea industry can leverage modernized kettles to provide convenient options for customers to prepare tea or hot water for recipes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Electric Kettles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gooseneck-kettles.md) - [Stacked Tea Kettle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stacked-tea-kettle.md) - [Tea Vessel-Inspired Kettles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonkettle.md) - [Adjustable Temperature Kettles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/o-kettle.md) - [Tumbler-Inspired Kettles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-travel-kettle.md) - [Slick Tech-Advanced Minimalist Kettles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luna-electric-kettle.md) - [Minimal Metallic Stealthy Kettles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aarke-kettle.md) - [Slick Electric Kettle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-kettle-designs.md) - [Modern Electric Samovars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-samovar.md)