Stone Age Folk, a pavilion that ran during the Milan design week, offered a striking combination of materials, colors, and geometric figures. Though the display's name refers to an earlier era in humanity, perhaps the most apt comparison would be to a carnival. The pavilion indeed features bright primary colors, glass and mirrors that remind one of a funhouse, and even two small carousels.
Stone Age Folk was created by Spanish designer Jaime Hayon, who combined 48 variations of quartz. The quartz came from Caesarstone, and though the material is more commonly used on countertops, its combination with stained glass and metal frames added to the playful allure of the pavilion.
At a glance, the glass patterns in the pavilion look unintelligible, but looking more closely, one will begin to notice abstract faces.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Carnivalesque Design
- There is a trend towards using bright primary colors and playful designs in architectural structures to create funhouse-like experiences.
- Unconventional Material Combinations
- There is a trend towards combining non-traditional materials, such as quartz and stained glass, in architectural structures to create unique aesthetic experiences.
- Abstract Faces in Design
- There is a trend towards incorporating abstract faces into designs, as seen in the glass patterns of the Stone Age Folk pavilion, to add a layer of intrigue and discovery for the audience.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Architecture
- Incorporating a carnivalesque design approach and using unconventional material combinations in architectural structures creates a unique experience for visitors, potentially attracting more business opportunities and clients.
- Interior Design
- The trend of using abstract faces in designs can be applied to interior design, creating customized and intriguing designs for clients.
- Construction Materials
- Combining materials like quartz and stained glass to create unique aesthetic experiences for architectural designs can open up new markets in the construction materials industry.
