Corredo by Studio Ghigos Gives New Life to Grandma's Old Tea Set
Laura McQuarrie — May 1, 2014 — Art & Design
References: ghigos & design-milk
Studio Ghigos' 'Corredo' is a project that explores memory and merges old objects with a contemporary aesthetic.
Corredo takes inspiration from a tea set that might have been passed down by a grandmother, but instead of being used, it sits collecting dust in the attic. To give new life and meaning to these kinds of objects, Corredo introduces new forms created from the tea set itself. The new forms are ghost-like and can either encompass the components of the tea set, or be used as entirely new pieces like containers and vases, depending on the way they are oriented.
Although both the old and new components of Corredo are fully functional, without each other, the objects might be rendered useless and return to collecting dust.
Corredo takes inspiration from a tea set that might have been passed down by a grandmother, but instead of being used, it sits collecting dust in the attic. To give new life and meaning to these kinds of objects, Corredo introduces new forms created from the tea set itself. The new forms are ghost-like and can either encompass the components of the tea set, or be used as entirely new pieces like containers and vases, depending on the way they are oriented.
Although both the old and new components of Corredo are fully functional, without each other, the objects might be rendered useless and return to collecting dust.
Trend Themes
1. Upcycling - Opportunity for businesses to repurpose and transform old objects, like tea sets, into new and desirable products.
2. Memory Preservation - Businesses can explore ways to incorporate sentimental value and nostalgia into contemporary designs, creating meaningful products for consumers.
3. Transformational Design - The concept of transforming existing objects into new forms opens opportunities for innovative and versatile design solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - Home decor industry can capitalize on the upcycling trend by creating unique and environmentally-friendly products from old possessions.
2. Giftware - Giftware industry can tap into the memory preservation trend by offering personalized products that evoke emotions and memories.
3. Product Design - Product design industry can explore transformational design to develop innovative and resourceful solutions for everyday objects.
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