Lotus-Shaped Dream Bag Inspires Spirituality
Pearl — January 25, 2011 — Art & Design
References: humanflowerproject & oddee
Flower beanbags such as the Dream Bag are ideal for transporting because the petal-like multi-pillows can be folded up.
However the choice of the flower (the lotus) is significant from a spiritual sense. The lotus bloom has often been depicted in pictures of Indian and Egyptian gods as well as with Buddha. The flower signifies “fertility, prosperity, fruition, and riches.”
The designers, Ulrika E. Engberg and Kasper Medin are currently looking for industrial support to market their novel flower beanbags.
However the choice of the flower (the lotus) is significant from a spiritual sense. The lotus bloom has often been depicted in pictures of Indian and Egyptian gods as well as with Buddha. The flower signifies “fertility, prosperity, fruition, and riches.”
The designers, Ulrika E. Engberg and Kasper Medin are currently looking for industrial support to market their novel flower beanbags.
Trend Themes
1. Foldable Beanbags - The ability to fold up beanbags presents opportunities for compact and portable seating solutions.
2. Spiritual Home Decor - Incorporating spiritual symbolism into home decor products taps into a demand for spirituality and mindfulness.
3. Symbolic Design - Designing products with symbolism like the lotus flower opens up possibilities to connect with deeper meanings and cultural references.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Manufacturers in the furniture industry can explore the development and production of foldable beanbags to cater to customers' need for convenient seating options.
2. Home Decor - Home decor retailers can consider adding spiritual-themed products, such as flower beanbags, to their offerings to appeal to consumers seeking products with deeper meanings and connections to spirituality.
3. Interior Design - Interior designers can leverage symbolic designs, like the lotus-shaped beanbags, to create spaces that evoke a sense of spirituality and mindfulness for their clients.
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