Simon Gerbaud has transformed a set of objects into dust in order to examine their inner workings. Most of the time people don't think what goes into making a computer or a hairdryer, and this project aims to make people see certain items in a different light.
To capture this entire process, Simon Gerbaud put together a stop motion video to show just how much detail is in certain items. To do this he would pair away at an object, stop and take a photo, then repeat this process until the item was nothing more than a pile of dust.
Hopefully people will think twice about what goes into making material objects after watching this video.
Photo Credits: designboom, simongerbaud
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Object-decomposition
- Using stop motion videos to capture the process of breaking down objects into dust, creating a new perspective on the inner workings of everyday items.
- Material-transparency
- Encouraging viewers to consider the components and manufacturing processes behind common objects through visual representations.
- Consumer-awareness
- Generating consciousness among the public about the complex production methods involved in creating everyday products.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Product-design
- Opportunity for designers to create objects with transparent and sustainable materials, allowing consumers to understand the inner workings and environmental impact easily.
- Manufacturing
- Innovations and technologies that make the production processes more transparent, not just the final product, leading to more responsible and conscious manufacturing practices.
- Education
- Opportunity for educational institutions to incorporate object-decomposition videos as teaching tools, promoting critical thinking and awareness of material consumption.
