The Ego Knife Block Embodies a Sharpened Sensuality of Form
Amelia Roblin — January 24, 2012 — Art & Design
References: industrialdesignserved
Emo Design points out that the knife is recognized much more as a masculine object, further emphasized by casing it in bulky wooden blocks. The Ego Knife Block has been sculpted to accentuate the implement's distinctively feminine qualities within a standing sheath of graceful curves.
Instead of storing an entire collection of very different utensils in one base, this concept celebrates the unique and specialized form of each blade with individual scabbards modeled in elegant shapes and varying heights. When placed inside, the knives' handles continue almost seamlessly into the elegant shell of the flaring holders. The Ego Knife Block makes stylish art of utility and alludes to the finesse required to do culinary magic with these razor-edged instruments.
Instead of storing an entire collection of very different utensils in one base, this concept celebrates the unique and specialized form of each blade with individual scabbards modeled in elegant shapes and varying heights. When placed inside, the knives' handles continue almost seamlessly into the elegant shell of the flaring holders. The Ego Knife Block makes stylish art of utility and alludes to the finesse required to do culinary magic with these razor-edged instruments.
Trend Themes
1. Feminine Culinary Products - Designing culinary products that celebrate the feminine qualities break stereotypes and enhance the aesthetic appeal while adding utility.
2. Specialized Storage Solutions - Creating specialized storage solutions for utensils can both improve accessibility and utilize product design to enhance aesthetic appeal.
3. Sculptural Utility Objects - Creating utility objects with sculptural designs can improve their aesthetic appeal and turn them into art pieces that add value in any setting.
Industry Implications
1. Kitchenware - The kitchenware industry can create more specialized and aesthetically pleasing products by utilizing sculptural designs in their utility objects.
2. Home Decor - The home decor industry can benefit from adding sculptural and specialized storage solutions that improve the aesthetic appeal to their products.
3. Furniture - The furniture industry can use sculptural designs to create unique and aesthetic utility objects that provide more value and functionality to their users.
1.3
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness
