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Melting Rubber Houses

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

These Brian Tolle Rubber Abodes are Droopy

— March 23, 2012 — Art & Design
Artist Brian Tolle has produced a series of silicone houses. The droopy abodes may not make for comfortable living, but they certainly are fun to look at.

The rubber buildings can be hung on a coat rack, draped over the side of a shopping cart or squished into a laundry hamper; Brian Tolle gives a whole new meaning to the term "mobile home." This is a nice feature considering that fundamental axiom of real-estate: location, location, location! Of course, they are not actual homes, but they would make for interesting pieces to decorate one's home with.

Brian Tolle's works are clad in bright, vibrant colors one would not normally associate with such buildings save for the most funky neighborhoods. Brian Tolle has created interesting works in miniature; his designs would look just as interesting blown up to the full scale.

Trend Themes
1. Silicone Art - Opportunity to explore the use of silicone in art and design, creating unique and eye-catching works.
2. Mobile Home Decor - Innovative ways to incorporate unique and quirky pieces, like the droopy rubber houses, as decorative elements in homes.
3. Bold Colors in Architecture - Exploration of unconventional color palettes in architecture, challenging traditional norms and creating visually striking structures.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Opportunity to showcase and sell silicone-based artworks, catering to a niche market interested in unconventional materials.
2. Interior Design - Incorporating unconventional and whimsical decor elements like the droopy rubber houses into interior design projects to add a playful and unexpected touch.
3. Architecture and Construction - Exploring the use of bold and vibrant colors in architectural designs to create visually captivating structures that stand out in the built environment.
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