# Inclined Cup Holders The Tilt Coaster Leans Two Glasses Together to Maintain a Continued Cheers By Amelia Roblin | Published 2015-01-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilt-coaster References: [leibal](http://leibal.com/products/tilt-coaster/) & [shop.snarkitecture](http://shop.snarkitecture.com/collections/objects/products/tilt-coaster) Is your house a little bit crooked? Then these Tilt Coasters may correct the placement of your cups, rather than give them a quirky appearance. Designed by Snarkitecture, these table protectors have been molded with an angle to their surfaces, causing the [tumblers on top](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessi-buri-tumbler) to tip ever so slightly. Hand cast from pigmented hydraulic cement, the mug rugs have subtly rough textures that offer some grip to your glassware. You can be confident when setting a [full teacup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-for-two-collection) onto a Tilt Coaster; it will not slip or flip. Now why would you opt for a slanted model when you could easily buy one of the standard flat versions at any homewares store? Well, the originality and playfulness of this design are engaging; plus, you place a pair of cups together to set up a [sustained "Cheers!"](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfect-cheers) on the table. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Inclined Surfaces:** Creating products with angled surfaces provides functional and aesthetic benefits. - **Table Protectors:** Designing innovative table protectors enhances the overall dining experience. - **Original and Playful Designs:** Incorporating original and playful designs into everyday products adds an engaging element to consumer experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can explore the use of inclined surfaces to create unique and functional products. - **Glassware:** The glassware industry can develop table protectors that enhance grip and prevent slipping for a better user experience. - **Product Design:** Product design professionals can incorporate original and playful elements into their designs to captivate consumers and differentiate their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aquatic Beverage Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crab-inspired-coasters.md) - [Smart Tabletop Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-tabletop-coaster.md) - [Cork Coaster-Integrated Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polka-coffee-table.md) - [Shifting Hydration Cup Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilting-water-cup.md) - [Effortless Tea Brewing Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuptone-teacup.md) - [Warm-Toned Marble Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lusine-coasters.md) - [Turntable-Inspired Coaster Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needledrop-coaster-set.md) - [Floating Cup Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koozie.md) - [Gentle Slant Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilt-planter.md)