# Scandinavian-japanese Sculptures The Studio Arhoj Pieces Present a Merger Between Cultures By Jordy E | Published 2014-06-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-arhoj References: [missmoss.co.za](http://www.missmoss.co.za/2014/06/05/studio-arhoj) & [arhoj](http://www.arhoj.com) The [Studio Arhoj](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-tradition) Spring/Summer 2014 collection presents an intriguing and seldom seen merger between [traditional Japanese design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nakajimaya-crossing) and Scandinavian styles. The collaboration of both cultures comes together in the series via [salt shakers, pencil holders and cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kontur). On top of being culturally inspired, Studio Arhoj also aims to incorporate traditional methods of artistic production via wheel throwing and glaze construction. Despite the difficulty involved in the many procedures that are at play in this series, Arhoj has made the entire process appear relatively simple as the items are flawless and characterized by a chic, sleek finish. They are thus optimal additions to one's home based not only on the remarkable level of skill that has been applied, but also on their aesthetic appeal. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Cultural Fusion:** Opportunity to create innovative products by merging different cultural design elements. - **Artistic Production Techniques:** Opportunity to incorporate traditional methods of artistic production to create unique and high-quality products. - **Sleek and Chic Design:** Opportunity to create visually appealing products with a modern and elegant aesthetic. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the home decor industry by offering culturally inspired and artistically produced products. - **Kitchenware:** Opportunity to disrupt the kitchenware industry by creating stylish and functional products that incorporate cultural design elements and artistic production techniques. - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the art and design industry by combining different cultural influences and traditional production techniques to create unique and visually stunning creations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Braided Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-tradition.md) - [Artful Sculptural Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/massproductions-x-arket.md) - [Cross-Cultural Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kensaku-oshiro.md) - [Collaborative Scandinavian Design Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yrj-kukkapuro.md) - [Sculptor-Inspired Sleek Bowl Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shou-sugi-ban-collection.md) - [Tokyo Design Showrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fredericia-and-flooat.md) - [Japanese Culture-Honoring Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watoji.md) - [Japanese Joinery Decor Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-strnn-collection.md) - [Collaborative Sculptural Art Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme.md)