This computer is the creation of Hieronymus Isambard "Jake" von Slatt who is an enthusiast of modern technology in historically inspired Victorian-era enclosures, an art form known as "steampunk." The creation is a beautifully-crafted and fully-functional laptop computer. The outer lid features a minutely detailed brass clockwork behind a glass panel, so that it appears the computer is running on gears and flywheels. In fact, this steampunk PC is a Hewlett Packard ZT1000 laptop computer dual-booting between Ubuntu Linux and Windows XP.
Call me crazy but I think this steampunk PC is absolutely gorgeous. The archaeologist wanna-be in me who loves everything from the 19th century and early 20th century right now is experiencing something very close to a cathartic experience. Or maybe it is just gas... In any event, I love this computer...thing!
Victorian Computer
Steampunk Mac by Dave Veloz
Trend Themes
1. Steampunk Art - The trend of creating modern technology enclosures with a Victorian-era steampunk aesthetic presents opportunities for artists and designers to create unique and visually captivating products.
2. Historical-inspired Design - The trend of incorporating historical elements and aesthetics into modern designs opens up opportunities for designers across various industries to create products that appeal to consumers' love for nostalgia and vintage styles.
3. Dual-boot Computers - The trend of dual-boot computers that can run multiple operating systems provides opportunities for software developers and computer manufacturers to cater to the needs of users who require compatibility with different platforms.
Industry Implications
1. Art - The art industry can explore the trend of steampunk art to create unique and visually captivating pieces that cater to the growing demand for unconventional and historically-inspired artworks.
2. Technology - The technology industry can embrace historical-inspired design trends to create visually appealing products with a touch of nostalgia, offering consumers a unique sensory experience and distinguishing themselves from competitors.
3. Computing - The computing industry can leverage the trend of dual-boot computers to provide users with the flexibility of running multiple operating systems on a single device, catering to their diverse software needs and preferences.