The Umbrella Stand by Wiktoria Szawiel is a delightful combination of contemporary design and a playful reference to natural forms. It somewhat abstractly mimics the shapes and colors of a lush lawn that's rising up from well-nourished soil.
A couple dozen plexi stripes, treated to rounded tips, were used to construct the whimsical perimeter of the basket. Since the material is sold as flat pieces of polymer the designer needed to heat up each picket, enabling a process of creating sinuous curves and waves. The effect produced makes the cluster of stalks look like magnified blades of grass dancing in the breeze.
This Umbrella Stand by Wiktoria Szawiel would brighten up any front foyer significantly with its vivid green hues and its fun fluid forms. It happens to look its best with wet parasols inside, leaving what could appear to be dewdrops on the sides of the bin.
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Umbrella Stand by Wiktoria Szawiel Welcomes the Dew of Drenched Parasols
Trend Themes
1. Natural Forms-inspired Designs - Opportunity for designers to create products that mimic natural forms in a playful and aesthetically pleasing way.
2. Heat-molded Polymer Products - Opportunity for manufacturers to utilize heat molding techniques on flat polymers to create intricate and unique product designs.
3. Whimsical Perimeter Designs - Opportunity for designers to experiment with playful and unconventional perimeters for product designs.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - The Umbrella Stand by Wiktoria Szawiel could inspire home decor designers to incorporate whimsical natural forms in their designs.
2. Furniture - The use of heat-molded polymer in furniture design could lead to unique and intricate furniture pieces with playful designs.
3. Retail Display - Whimsical perimeter designs could be used in retail displays to make products more visually appealing and attract customers.