Reflect by Richard Brendon Addresses Problem of Orphaned Saucers
Meghan Young — April 24, 2014 — Art & Design
References: richardbrendon & fastcodesign
Due to the nature of the teacup as opposed to the saucer, it is more common for the former to break than the latter; Reflect by Richard Brendon, a London based designer and British bone china specialist, addresses this problem in a clever way. Instead of focusing on the cup itself, this collection puts all of the attention on the remaining saucer.
Reflect by Richard Brendon does so through the creation of mirrored teacups. The surface reflects the patterns of the saucer to create the illusion of a complete set without actually antique shopping exhaustively until the matching design is found again. Brendon writes, "I wanted the cup to be quiet, and just reflect the pattern."
Reflect by Richard Brendon does so through the creation of mirrored teacups. The surface reflects the patterns of the saucer to create the illusion of a complete set without actually antique shopping exhaustively until the matching design is found again. Brendon writes, "I wanted the cup to be quiet, and just reflect the pattern."
Trend Themes
1. Mirrored Tableware - Designers are creating mirrored tableware to address the issue of orphaned saucers.
2. Saucer-focused Collections - Tableware designers are shifting their focus to collections that emphasize the saucer over the cup.
3. Pattern-reflecting Designs - Designers are incorporating mirror-like surfaces into tableware to reflect the patterns of saucers and create a complete set.
Industry Implications
1. Tableware - Tableware designers are exploring innovative ways to address the issue of orphaned saucers and create complete sets.
2. Home Decor - Mirrored tableware reflects a growing trend in home decor that values unique and functional designs.
3. Antiques - Mirrored tableware offers a disruptive innovation to the antique industry by providing an alternative to antique shopping to find matching designs.
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