# Floating Carafe Bottoms Vasiliy Butenko's Slice Glass Has a Sculptural Appeal By Meghan Young | Published 2011-08-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slice-glass References: [plusmood](http://plusmood.com/2011/08/slice-glass-vasiliy-butenko/) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Slice-glass/1977233) Drinking liquor and spirits can be an art form all on its own, therefore it is only appropriate that the [decanters that hold these alcoholic beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskey-decanters) would be just as artistic -- enter the Slice Glass. The Slice Glass boasts deceptively simple form, especially when empty; however, when filled, it takes on a [sculptural aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deobrah-czeresko) that is far more pleasing to the eye than any other [traditional carafe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sungai-carafe). Created by Ukraine-based product designer Vasiliy Butenko, the Slice Glass makes the liquid inside appear as though it were constantly falling. This sense of movement gives the unusual distribution of content a dynamic look that creates an event out of everyday drinking. The Slice Glass also has a stunning surreal presence. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Artistic Decanters:** Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in creating decanters with unique artistic designs that enhance the aesthetic appeal of the liquid inside. - **Dynamic Glassware:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation exist in developing glassware that creates the illusion of movement and adds an element of dynamism to the drinking experience. - **Sculptural Carafes:** Innovative opportunities can be found in designing carafes with sculptural aesthetics that elevate the visual appeal of the liquid inside. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Alcohol Manufacturing:** There is potential for disruptive innovation in creating unique and artistic decanters that capture the essence of the alcoholic beverage. - **Glassware Manufacturing:** Opportunities exist to disrupt the glassware industry by developing dynamic glassware that adds an interactive and visually captivating element to drinking experiences. - **Home Decor and Design:** Disruptive innovation can be explored in the home decor and design industry by creating sculptural carafes that serve as both functional and aesthetic pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Captivating Tonal Drinking Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/podio-cup.md) - [Minimalist Glassware Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-glassware.md) - [Brutalist-Inspired Artful Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martini-shot-glass.md) - [Artfully Abstract Tequilas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-obsidiana.md) - [Sculptural Glass Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/navazi.md) - [Five-Sided Unique Whiskey Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-whiskey-glass.md) - [Libation-Cooling Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diamas.md) - [Space-Saving Wine Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-splitglass.md) - [Sculptural Glass Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-glass-bottles.md)