The Tilt Glass Indicates a Volume of 6 Ounces by Leaning to One Side
Amelia Roblin — January 16, 2014 — Art & Design
References: markusjohansson
The Tilt Glass is unlike many of the topsy-turvy tumblers that you might have come across; its quirky crookedness is practical and not simply aesthetic. Designed by Markus Johansson, this drinking vessel's form is actually capable of measuring a fairly precise serving of alcohol.
An empty Tilt Glass sits with its inner base fairly level, flaunting its eccentric curving contours and its angled rim. As you carefully pour a beverage into it, the drinking glass will not budge, until you reach a volume of 6 oz. When this occurs, the whiskey glass will become off-balanced and shift its weight onto the beveled part of its bottom. This change produces a ringing noise that even allows blind bourbon lovers to prepare a standard portion.
An empty Tilt Glass sits with its inner base fairly level, flaunting its eccentric curving contours and its angled rim. As you carefully pour a beverage into it, the drinking glass will not budge, until you reach a volume of 6 oz. When this occurs, the whiskey glass will become off-balanced and shift its weight onto the beveled part of its bottom. This change produces a ringing noise that even allows blind bourbon lovers to prepare a standard portion.
Trend Themes
1. Topsy-turvy Tumblers - Opportunity to create unique and practical drinking vessels with quirky designs that also serve a functional purpose like measuring precise servings of liquid.
2. Quirky Crookedness - Opportunity to design unconventional products with eccentric curving contours and angled rims that add a playful and aesthetically pleasing element.
3. Measuring Technology - Opportunity to incorporate innovative measuring mechanisms into various products to provide users with accurate portion control.
Industry Implications
1. Glassware Manufacturing - Glass manufacturers can explore producing unique, off-balanced drinking glasses that provide practical functionality while also adding a distinctive design element.
2. Beverage Packaging - Beverage packaging companies can create innovative containers with built-in measuring technology, catering to consumers who value precise servings and portion control.
3. Bar and Restaurant Supplies - Suppliers in the bar and restaurant industry can offer a range of quirky and practical drinking vessels, attracting customers who appreciate unique and functional glassware.
2.1
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness
