# Flexible Washbasins The Sophie Mensen 'Watertable' Deepens to Receive Liquid By Amelia Roblin | Published 2010-11-22 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophie-mensen-watertable References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2010/11/morphing-sink-mimics-the-formlessness-of-water.html) & [sophiemensen](http://www.sophiemensen.com/index.php?/projects/watertable/) The most compelling design is when an object takes on the form of its function, and this Sophie Mensen 'Watertable' does just that. Made to morph in shape, the [slick sink](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-kitchen-sink) is a [pliable polymer that expands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathtope) to collect the volume of water, continually growing as the basin fills. When it's not in use, the "formless" Sophie Mensen 'Watertable' sits taut as a flat surface with just a small puncture in the material as a hint of a drain. Mimicking the properties of the life-fostering fluid, this unique kitchen appliance is the perfect [minimalist masterpiece for your home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archiplan-compact-basin-collection). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Flexible Sinks:** Designing sinks from pliable polymers that moulds in shape to collect the volume of water. - **Formless Kitchen Appliances:** Creating kitchen appliances that can morph in shape and transform based on their usage. - **Minimalist Masterpieces:** Designing appliances to take on forms that reflect their function, while still being aesthetically pleasing. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Appliances:** Incorporating pliable polymer sink and other home appliances to provide convenience and style while conserving space. - **Kitchen Design:** Developing kitchen designs that offer both functionality and aesthetic value through formless, flexible appliances. - **Interior Decorating:** Incorporating minimalist-designed, formless appliances into room decor for a clean and modern aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Seashell-Like Sinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spire-washbasin.md) - [Textural Bathroom Sink Basins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washbasin-collection.md) - [Playful Concrete Wash Basins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kast-wave-collection.md) - [Dynamic Marble Sink Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infinito.md) - [Marble Slab Washbasins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piano-washbasin.md) - [Ultra-Modern Freestanding Sinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freestanding-sink.md) - [Elegant Kitchen Sink Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-sink-system.md) - [Reinventive Modern Kitchen Sinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-kitchen.md) - [Water Flow-Inspired Kiln Sinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volta-collection.md)