# Retro Recycled Artworks L017's Vinyl Record Sculptures are Complex and Detailed By Meghan Young | Published 2011-03-31 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vinyl-record-sculptures References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2011/03/29/vinyl-record-sculpture/) & [l017.org](http://www.l017.org) Though [recycled vinyl art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-basics-ii) is not something that's particularly new, none have ever been as stunning as these particular vinyl record sculptures. I say this with such confidence because the creativity, detail and skill behind each piece of art is absolutely impressive. Created by L017, a design studio comprised of Angelo Bramanti and Giuseppe Siracusa, these vinyl record sculptures take on many forms. From creating abstract configurations to designing more complex and intricate three-dimensional portraits, the two have learned to manipulate this otherwise stiff material into a number of different renderings. As their vinyl record sculptures show, L017 center their artwork around [waste and recycled objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruffini). According to their site, they use "any type of media without any discrimination between the various methods of expression." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Recycled Art:** There is a growing trend in creating stunning art pieces using recycled materials, such as vinyl records. - **Abstract Configurations:** Artists are exploring the use of recycled materials like vinyl records to create unique and abstract sculptures. - **Three-dimensional Portraits:** Artists are pushing the boundaries of creativity by using vinyl records to construct intricate and detailed three-dimensional portraits. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can embrace the trend of creating recycled art pieces using unconventional materials like vinyl records. - **Waste Management:** The waste management industry can explore opportunities to repurpose and recycle materials, like vinyl records, through artistic collaborations. - **Music Industry:** The music industry can capitalize on the trend of vinyl record sculptures as a unique and creative way to market and promote albums and artists. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vinyl Record Credenzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geology-studio.md) - [Vintage Puzzle Gramophones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-gramophone.md) - [Recycled Plastic Decor Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastplan-design-studio.md) - [Metallic Architectural Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rytm.md) - [Memphis-Inspired Vinyl Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brick-turntable.md) - [Transparent Vinyl Player Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-vinyl-player.md) - [Recycled Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection.md) - [Translucent Record Storage Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aurala120a.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md)