The Mini Cooper Painter's Expertly Recreates an Artist's Workplace
Michael Hines — November 18, 2013 — Autos
References: carlexdesign & carbuzz
The Mini Cooper Painter's Works from Carlex Design is perhaps the most artsy art car ever created. The Polish car customization company responded to a client's request for a car with a cabin that looked like an art studio. The result is a Mini Paceman tastefully covered in paint.
If the Mini Cooper Painter's Works looks like a happy accident, it wasn't. The Carlex Design team created a template for the interior and then replicated it on the Paceman. Some of the Alcantara was able to take the paint, but some elements had to be replaced with canvas. All of the painting was done by hand, and the results are nothing short of stunning. Most art cars tend to focus on the exterior, but the Mini Cooper Painter's Works is proof that sometimes it's best to look inside when creating an art car.
If the Mini Cooper Painter's Works looks like a happy accident, it wasn't. The Carlex Design team created a template for the interior and then replicated it on the Paceman. Some of the Alcantara was able to take the paint, but some elements had to be replaced with canvas. All of the painting was done by hand, and the results are nothing short of stunning. Most art cars tend to focus on the exterior, but the Mini Cooper Painter's Works is proof that sometimes it's best to look inside when creating an art car.
Trend Themes
1. Art Car Customization - Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in the customization industry to create unique, artistic designs for car interiors.
2. Interior Artistry - The trend of incorporating art and creative designs into car interiors opens up opportunities for artists and designers to collaborate with car manufacturers.
3. Handcrafted Automotive Design - There is a growing trend towards handmade, artisanal car detailing, presenting opportunities for skilled craftsmen to create customized and visually captivating vehicles.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Customization - The automotive customization industry can leverage the trend of art cars to offer unique, personalized services for customers who want artistic expression in their vehicles.
2. Interior Design - The interior design industry can explore partnerships with car manufacturers to create innovative and visually appealing car interiors that reflect art and design trends.
3. Art and Creative Industries - Artists, designers, and creative professionals have an opportunity to collaborate with car manufacturers and customization companies to bring unique art-inspired designs to the automobile market.
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