The ‘Quercus’ water barrel project was made my Weyers & Borms and features a cast of a 150 year-old oak trunk.
The unique water barrel is made from a polyester and fibreglass and looks like a real-life tree stump.
The project was aimed around releasing collected water via a small tap that was built into the trunk.
Implications - Today's eco-conscious consumer is constantly seeking ways to become closer to nature on a daily basis, resulting in pieces like the Quercus. With a rising sense of mass eco consciousness, the design industry is seeing many more interior and fashion pieces that incorporate a sense of naturalism. Companies can capitalize on this movement by incorporating a woodland aesthetic or the use of recycled materials into product manufacturing.
Indoor Tree Trunks
Project ‘Quercus' Uses a Cast of a 150 Year-Old Oak Trunk
Trend Themes
1. Eco Conscious Design - Opportunity to create interior and fashion pieces that incorporate a sense of naturalism.
2. Woodland Aesthetic - Opportunity to incorporate natural elements and designs inspired by forests and trees.
3. Recycled Material Manufacturing - Opportunity to utilize recycled materials in product manufacturing.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - Opportunity for interior designers to create eco-conscious spaces with a naturalistic touch.
2. Fashion - Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate woodland aesthetics into their designs.
3. Sustainable Manufacturing - Opportunity for manufacturers to incorporate sustainable practices and use recycled materials.