Artist John T. Unger says that in a way the 'bubble bursting' on the dot-com craze may have been one of the best things that happened to him. By "putting the kibosh on financing my art habit through freelance graphic design," the American designer realized, "the art would have to support itself."
The resulting recycled steel fire pits and grills are both magical and practical. With names like "Wave O' Fire", "Blaze O’ Glory", "Goblet O' Fire", "Dancing Devil" and "Beach Burner" not only is his creativity brought out in the design of the fire pits, but also in the naming of the works.
Unger’s designs would be fabulous for the beach or cottage, adding a rustic, lively feel to the other wise mundane grill or rock-ringed hole in the sand.
Recycled Steel Fire Pits
Great Bowls of Fire
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Outdoor Furniture - There are opportunities for designers to create sustainable outdoor furniture made from recycled materials.
2. Outdoor Entertaining - There is a trend towards outdoor entertaining, creating opportunities for unique, creative, and functional outdoor products.
3. Artistic Fire Pits - Artists can create innovative fire pits with unique designs and names, offering a creative alternative to traditional fire pits.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Living - Outdoor living companies can consider adding recycled steel fire pits and grills to their product line to appeal to eco-conscious consumers looking for unique and functional outdoor products.
2. Art and Design - Designers and artists can consider using recycled materials to create sustainable and artistic outdoor products.
3. Sustainability - There are opportunities for companies to focus on sustainable products and materials, like recycled steel, to meet the demands of environmentally conscious consumers.