Commemoration by Greg Smith, a recent graduate from Kingston University, is a series of glass vessels that have the sole purpose of containing memories of the dead. Specifically, it preserves the scent of certain items, be it a shirt or a brush or even a substance of some sort. A poetic collection, it profits on the nostalgic by reminding people that it is more often than not the little things that matter most. It also offers a modern spin on traditional rituals such as cremation.
Comprised of three vessels, Commemoration by Greg Smith provides a glass dome for a brush, breathing device for clothing and a flask for hold DNA. All of the containers come complete with stoppers that allow people to reconstruct the deceased's scent.
Nostalgic Scent-Preserving Vessels
Commemoration by Greg Smith Offers New Way to Remember the Dead
Trend Themes
1. Scent Preservation Trends - Creating vessels that preserve specific scents as a tribute to loved ones allows for the preservation of emotional memories.
2. Modernizing Traditional Memorial Practices - Innovative vessel designs modernize and offer a fresh take on traditional memorial practices.
3. Emotional Nostalgic Products - Products that evoke a strong sense of emotion and nostalgia are gaining popularity among consumers in a variety of markets.
Industry Implications
1. Funeral Industry - New burial and memorial options that incorporate modern design elements offer innovation opportunities for the funeral industry.
2. Home Decor Industry - Creating unique vessels that can serve as both decorative pieces and sentimental items expands the product opportunities for home decor retailers.
3. Personalized Gift Industry - Offering customizable vessels that can preserve significant scents opens up new possibilities for personalized gift retailers.