# Zen-Like Dishes 'Buddha' Porcelain Tableware by Estudio Manus By TrendHead | Published 2009-02-19 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zen-tabletops-buddha-porcelain-design-by-estudio-manus References: [do-not-touch](http://www.do-not-touch.com/products/tabletop.html) This lovely 'Buddha' series of [cups and teapots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-drinkware) is made by Brazilian designer Estúdio Manus. Now you can sip your tea and let the Buddha in your tea cup remind you of the way of [Zen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenbrew-coffee-maker)--a little meditation while drinking your morning tea! The material is white porcelain with gold detail. Estúdio Manus is based in São Paulo and is the collaborative effort of Caio de Medeiros Filho and Daniela Scorza. Their ethos is to not only make products that are beautiful but also good for the environment. The couple’s talents range from architecture to product design and art. Their work has been exhibited at [Maison & Object](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-leather-wallet) in Paris and in shops and galleries worldwide. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Tableware:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop eco-friendly and aesthetically pleasing tableware that promotes sustainability. - **Meditative Designs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create products that incorporate mindfulness and meditation into everyday activities. - **Artistic Porcelain:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine art and functionality in porcelain products to create unique and captivating designs. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative home decor products that enhance the aesthetic appeal of interiors. - **Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer unique and calming tableware solutions for hotels and restaurants that create a memorable dining experience. - **Giftware:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop artistic and sustainable giftware options that stand out in the market and appeal to environmentally-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tranquil Design Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenbrew-coffee-maker.md) - [Pagoda-Shaped Tea Jars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-jars.md) - [Chinese Restaurant-Inspired Tablewares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freshservice-fresh-drink-service.md) - [Surrealist-Inspired Tea Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-for-two-collection.md) - [Wabi-Sabi-Informed Green Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-glassware.md) - [Portable Ceramic Tea Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hukou.md) - [Playful Teapot Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teapot-design1.md) - [Porcelain Dinnerware Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monte-porcelain.md) - [Cultural Tea-Inspired Health Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origin-health-pot.md)