The Intentionally Broken Mirror by Hideo Kawamura for Rezon
Marissa Liu — November 25, 2009 — Art & Design
References: kha.jp & design-milk
Intentional or not, would the Broken Mirror still bring seven years bad luck? It has a large crack in the center but is made of acrylic (not glass) and is indestructible and safe. Why you would spend $93 on an intentionally broken mirror when I could come over to your house and create you one for free is kind of beyond me--but that’s the Japanese for you.
Funny enough, the Broken Mirror comes with a manufacturer’s reassurance that, “The mirror is not broken actually.” It was designed by Hideo Kawamura and produced by Rezon.
Funny enough, the Broken Mirror comes with a manufacturer’s reassurance that, “The mirror is not broken actually.” It was designed by Hideo Kawamura and produced by Rezon.
Trend Themes
1. Intentional-breaking Trend - Opportunity for manufacturers to create intentionally broken products that challenge traditional notions of perfection.
2. Indestructible Materials Trend - Growing demand for products made with durable materials like acrylic in order to offer longevity and safety.
3. Irony in Design Trend - Increasing popularity of ironic design choices, such as a mirror that claims to be broken when it is not.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor Industry - Opportunity for home decor companies to offer intentionally broken mirrors as a unique and edgy design element.
2. Manufacturing and Production Industry - Opportunity for manufacturers to explore the use of acrylic or other durable materials to create indestructible products.
3. Art and Design Industry - Opportunity for designers to embrace ironic design choices and create products that challenge traditional notions of perfection.
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