# Caveman Tableware The Sjoerd Jonkers 'Neolastic' Collection Channels Primitive Times By Katherinev123 | Published 2009-10-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sjoerd-jonkers-neolastic References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2009/10/09/neolastic-tableware-by-studio-sjoerd-jonkers/) & [sjoerdjonkers](http://www.sjoerdjonkers.com/) Our [ceramic bowls and glass platters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gathered-collection) have come a long way from what they used to be and the Sjoerd Jonkers ‘Neolastic’ tableware collection brings us back—to a time where dinosaurs roamed the earth. Inspired by archeology and primitive techniques, the Sjoerd Jonkers ‘Neolastic’ collection of [plastic tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trasa-home) is “a reaction on all industrial plastics in the household and in particular the kitchen,” the designer explains. The pieces in the collection, which includes containers, mugs, bowls, plates, dishes, cups, and jugs, were created by pouring liquid polymer over a sand mold. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Primitive Tableware:** Designing tableware using primitive techniques to give a unique look and feel to the product. - **Neolastic Tableware:** Incorporating plastic into tableware design by using historically-inspired techniques. - **Archeological Inspiration:** Using inspiration from ancient objects to bring an organic feel to modern products such as tableware. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Tableware:** Exploring new design techniques to create unique and visually appealing tableware products that challenge the traditional molds. - **Plastics:** Incorporating historical design elements in plastic products for a unique look and feel that sets them apart in the industry. - **Kitchenware:** Using archeological inspiration to create kitchen products that feel as if they have been handcrafted from natural materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Ceramic Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-of-tangible-spaces.md) - [Chic Stackable Tableware Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tableware-ecosystem.md) - [Walnut Shell-Created Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nos.md) - [Palaeolithic Art-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/echoes-of-time.md) - [Innovative Ceramic Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-tableware1.md) - [Vibrantly Designed Playful Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hem.md) - [Dolmen-Inspired Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primitive-structures.md) - [Rustic Recycled Wood Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primitive-structures-table-design.md) - [Playful Tableware Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-dining-experience.md)