As the Christmas holiday becomes increasingly secular due to younger generations' religious indifferences and the growing respectfulness towards other cultures' beliefs, products and designs like the Colour Nativity will surely continue to crop up amongst more traditional creations. The Colour Nativity is a reinterpretation of the classic manger scene, yet instead of being comprised of obvious renditions of the iconic characters, it is simply made up of seven seven hand-painted wood blocks that fit neatly in an accompanying wooden box.
Created by industrial designer Sebastian Bergne, the Colour Nativity still represents the these characters, however. They are made recognizable through the colour, proportion and place in the nativity arrangement. For those who would object to this contemporary rendering, only six Colour Nativity sets were made.
Minimalist Christmas Mangers
Sebastian Bergne's Colour Nativity is a Contemporary Reinterpretation
Trend Themes
1. Secularization of Christmas - Opportunities for creating non-religious Christmas products and designs that appeal to younger generations and respect diverse cultural beliefs.
2. Minimalist Design - Opportunities for creating minimalistic interpretations of traditional products, such as a minimalist manger scene.
3. Personalized Interpretations - Opportunities for creating customizable or personalized versions of traditional products, like a customizable nativity scene.
Industry Implications
1. Gift and Decoration - Opportunities for innovative and inclusive Christmas decorations and gifts that cater to individuals with diverse beliefs and preferences.
2. Home Decor - Opportunities for minimalist and contemporary home decor items that embrace simplicity and minimalism in design.
3. Craft and Art Supplies - Opportunities for providing customizable and personalized craft supplies for consumers to create their own interpretations of traditional products.