# Twisted 3D-Printed Pens Kairi Eguchi Designed the Twisted 3D-Printed Serpentina Pen By Elena Rahman | Published 2021-07-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serpentina-pen References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/07/05/this-3d-printed-pen-comes-with-a-literal-twist-that-acts-as-its-eye-catching-detail/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+yankodesign) & [kairi-eguchi](http://kairi-eguchi.com/en/) Kairi Eguchi designed the Serpentina Pen. It boasts a unique balance between minimalism and expressive design for a [stylish desktop accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stilo75-pen-holder). While computer typing dominates the way we write, penmanship remains a valuable and necessary practice. The Serpentina's [twisted design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolen) allures writers of all kinds. It features a square profile on either end, with a gradual 180-degree twist in its center, creating a form that has a tactile appeal and intriguing appearance. Made from 3D-printed material, the pen has a [rough stone-like texture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-sphere) due to the sandstone FDM printing. The lightweight pen's twisted body makes for an ergonomic grip when it is in use. Snake-like in design, the long, dynamic Serpentina pen is available in concrete grey, charcoal black, a transparent yellow. Image Credit: Yanko Design ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **3d-printed Desk Accessories:** Opportunity for companies to offer unique, 3D-printed desk accessories with a balance between minimalism and expressive design. - **Revival of Penmanship:** Increasing desire for unique and tactile writing instruments could lead to disruptive innovation in the pen industry. - **Ergonomic Design:** Growing demand for ergonomic writing instruments creates opportunity for companies to offer novel designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **3D Printing:** Companies can offer 3D printing services to create unique, design-focused desk accessories such as pens. - **Writing Instruments:** Pen manufacturers can incorporate unique, ergonomic design elements to stand out in a crowded market. - **Office Supplies:** Office supply companies can capitalize on the trend towards design-focused desk accessories to increase sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Seamless Silicone Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twist-pen.md) - [Minimal Compact Pen Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serenity-pen-stand.md) - [Ergonomic 3D-Printed Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-pen.md) - [Striking Writing Tool Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith7-desk-pen.md) - [Minimalist Floating Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pulse-pen.md) - [Three-in-One Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tp-pen.md) - [Zero-Plastic Copper Ballpoint Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twyst.md) - [Dental Instrument-Inspired Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handwriting-tool.md) - [Elevated Ballpoint Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperlux-studio.md)