# Traditional Food Storage Containers The 'DUNSTA' Terra-Cotta Storage Container is Natural By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-02-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terracotta-storage-container References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/02/17/this-terracotta-container-provides-an-natural-energy-efficient-way-to-store-produce/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) The 'DUNSTA' terra-cotta storage container has been designed by Alexandra Fransson as a way to keep fresh ingredients from spoiling without the need for electricity. The unit makes use of the above-mentioned terra-cotta material for its construction, which enables it to be used without electricity or any resource-intensive processes. The interior section of the unit is paired with a layer of sand that, when paired with water, will work to keep it cool without the need for electricity or even [disposable containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-airtight-container-set). The 'DUNSTA' terra-cotta storage container follows an age-old process for [food preservation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eternos-serving-bowl), but takes on a distinctly modern aesthetic in order to make it both functionally and aesthetically pleasing. The maintenance-friendly design of the unit means it won't require constant care to be used. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.0/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Natural Food Preservation:** The trend of using natural materials to preserve food without electricity or resource-intensive processes is an innovative methodology for preserving food while reducing environmental impact. - **Low Tech Food Storage Solutions:** The trend of using terra-cotta and natural materials to preserve food without the need for electricity or disposable containers presents a unique opportunity for low tech, sustainable food storage solutions. - **Function and Aesthetic Combined:** The trend of combining functional food storage solutions with modern design aesthetics results in products that are both visually appealing and practical for modern consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Sustainable Food Storage Containers:** The use of natural, sustainable materials for food storage containers presents an opportunity for environmental companies to create innovative products that solve common food storage issues without creating waste. - **Low Energy Consumption Appliances:** The trend of using low-tech, non-electric solutions for food storage presents opportunities for appliance companies to explore low energy and off-grid solutions, including unique, terra-cotta food storage containers. - **Design-forward Kitchen Accessories:** Combining innovative, low-tech solutions with modern design aesthetics in kitchen accessories presents an opportunity for design companies to create products that are both functional and visually appealing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Electricity-Free Portable Refrigerators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tony-food-storage-container.md) - [Traditional Food Preservation Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twist-food-storage-container.md) - [Modern Food Preservation Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totem.md) - [Evaporated Cooling System Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tony.md) - [Elegant Airtight Herb Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herb-storage-container.md) - [Modern Magnetic Food Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cliik-food-storage-system.md) - [Non-Toxic Glass Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-airtight-container-set.md) - [Green Produce-Preserving Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freshworks-produce-saver.md) - [Hourglass-Shaped Kitchen Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grains-of-time.md)