Tea for Two by Paul Hoover is Clean and Contemporary
Meghan Young — February 18, 2012 — Art & Design
References: coroflot & yankodesign
Tea for Two by Paul Hoover is a clean and contemporary tea set that aims to romanticize the already intimate ritual of tea drinking. As the title suggests, this tea set is made for two. It is comprised of one pot and two cups that complement each other beautifully. All the components have a steel base and ceramic top for a modern look that still manages to maintain the traditional aesthetic that is characteristic of this pastime.
The pot in the Tea for Two by Paul Hoover set mimics the shape of the cups as well. A unique hole-less handle allows the drinkers to hold the containers easily without fear of burning themselves. Instead of gripping through the handle, they are encouraged to pinch it between their fingers.
The pot in the Tea for Two by Paul Hoover set mimics the shape of the cups as well. A unique hole-less handle allows the drinkers to hold the containers easily without fear of burning themselves. Instead of gripping through the handle, they are encouraged to pinch it between their fingers.
Trend Themes
1. Steel-ceramic Combinations - Using a combination of steel and ceramic materials in designs for home decor and kitchenware will be a growing trend and presents opportunities for creating high-quality, modern items with traditional aesthetics.
2. Intimate Homeware Sets - Homeware items created in sets, specifically designed for one-on-one shared moments, are becoming popular and can provide an avenue for creating niche products that target the intimacy-driven consumer.
3. Minimalist Contemporary Design - Minimalist contemporary design choices in kitchenware and home decor are gaining popularity among consumers looking for modern aesthetics while still maintaining the traditional.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - The home decor industry can capitalize on the trend of steel-ceramic combinations by creating sets of homeware items, such as tea sets or vase sets, that reflect the modern minimalist design language.
2. Kitchenware - Kitchenware manufacturers can explore the trend of intimate homeware sets to create sets of homeware items like tea cups and saucers, designed for moments of shared experience between two people.
3. Ceramics - Ceramics producers can create modern commercial products, such as tea sets and other homeware items, that use steel-ceramic combinations to cater to audiences who desire minimalistic modern design with traditional aesthetics.
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