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Camera-Inspired Toasters

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The Leica Kitchen Toaster Takes Inspiration from the Shape of a DSLR

— June 29, 2016 — Art & Design
Leica might be most well-known for its photography products, but the brand has branched out to create a kitchen toaster with a similar aesthetic to its cameras. The toaster is designed for everyday use with an exterior that resembles a camera's aesthetic with curvaceous features and buttons that are a replica of the ones seen on well-made photography equipment.

The toaster is a combined effort by PDF Design and creative Hyunmook Lim that replicates the look and feel of camera parts to create a kitchen appliance. The toaster opts for rounded edges and a slender shape that is unconventional to the standard rectangular design. The appliance fits two pieces of bread and comes in either a black, white or grey color scheme. The camera's famed red logo is located on the side of the toaster as well.
Trend Themes
1. Camera-inspired Appliances - Opportunity to develop other kitchen appliances inspired by camera design, such as blenders or microwaves.
2. Aesthetic-driven Functional Design - Opportunity to create everyday products with unconventional shapes and rounded edges that prioritize aesthetics without sacrificing functionality.
3. Brand Collaboration - Opportunity for other brands to collaborate with well-known photography brands to create unique and visually appealing products.
Industry Implications
1. Kitchen Appliances - Kitchen appliance manufacturers can explore camera-inspired designs to attract photography enthusiasts and consumers seeking unique and stylish products.
2. Consumer Electronics - Companies in the consumer electronics industry can leverage camera aesthetics to create innovative products that blend form and function.
3. Home Decor and Furnishings - Home decor and furnishings companies can incorporate camera-inspired design elements into their products, appealing to photography enthusiasts and fans of unique aesthetics.
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