Silt Set by Gautier Pelegrin has a Basic Beauty and Natural Practicality
Amelia Roblin — September 18, 2013 — Art & Design
References: gautierpelegrin & leibal
The word "modern" is a variable label that describes what's fresh and in style at any given time. The Silt Set by Gautier Pelegrin can certainly be labeled as modern; however, its design looks remarkably like some of the culinary vessels one might have found in homes some hundreds and even thousands of years ago.
In collaboration with the Taiwanese Lin’s Ceramics Studio, the designer demonstrates that old ideas and natural materials are sometimes more efficiently applied to practical objects than are the latest technologies. The jugs and teacups of the Silt Set have been thrown from rich purple clay that's been fired twice and left unglazed, embodying properties that allow it to soften the taste of the liquid within it. The geometric shapes and the lovely earthy colors make them timelessly attractive as well.
In collaboration with the Taiwanese Lin’s Ceramics Studio, the designer demonstrates that old ideas and natural materials are sometimes more efficiently applied to practical objects than are the latest technologies. The jugs and teacups of the Silt Set have been thrown from rich purple clay that's been fired twice and left unglazed, embodying properties that allow it to soften the taste of the liquid within it. The geometric shapes and the lovely earthy colors make them timelessly attractive as well.
Trend Themes
1. Natural Materials - There is an opportunity to create practical objects using natural materials rather than relying on the latest technologies.
2. Rustic Design - The use of rustic design in modern objects provides a new dimension to modern products.
3. Traditional Techniques - The use of traditional ceramic techniques to produce modern tea sets has the potential to create something uniquely captivating.
Industry Implications
1. Ceramics - Ceramics industry could leverage traditional techniques to produce modern and unique products.
2. Hospitality - Hotels and restaurants could provide added value to their customers by offering tea sets that use natural materials to soften the taste of the liquid.
3. Interior Design - Interior designers could leverage the trend towards natural materials and rustic design to create warm and inviting spaces for their clients.
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