The Story:

Just as a chemical reaction is two or more materials combined to form a novel substance, Periodic TableWare is a synthesis of two intentions; A creation produced when the Form of Laboratory glass is applied to the Function of drinkware, both for the table and the bar.

But why?

Laboratory glass has an appeal that is both alien and recognizable. Its iconic look conveys the power of science, and in its clarity are curves that are clean and beautiful.

From this realization, Periodic TableWare was born. Using scientific glassware as both the material and inspiration, I have developed a line of drinkware that aims to be simultaneously entertaining and practical, elegant and amusing, nostalgic and unique.

The Process

Once this idea struck me, I immediately dived into studying the entire range of existing laboratory glass. I quickly realized this was largely unnecessary. To make this line translate I needed to use glassware that is commonly recognizable, i.e. beakers and flasks, not esoteric specialty tools. Sketches followed.

Early Sketches

While these ideas were my starting point, it was once I started prototyping (At Drayton Glass works in Savannah, Georgia) that the line really started to take shape. The critiques from friends and strangers that followed helped me drop some ideas and gave me others to pursue in return. For their help I am grateful.

The Line

Wine Glass

The Wine Glass

The first glass I thought of when I had the conception of Periodic TableWare. The city cousin of the Redneck Wine Glass, it is a laboratory beaker cohered to a classic wine stem and base. Graduated to 200 ml, but can hold a heavy pour of 300.

Martini Glass

Fluidless Martini Glass

The classic martini top with an Erlenmeyer flask base. Once I assembled this together I looked at the sealed volume in the base and saw there was an opportunity to do more. After experimenting with various fluids I created a second version in which two immiscable fluids are contained in the vessel, creating a flowing layer. The fluids are both hermetically sealed shut and FDA approved for redundant safety. It comes in classic clear or colors (Blue, Green, Purple, Red).

Dangled up in Blue...version of the Martini Glass

Martini Glass with clear fluids

It's a rainbow. Martini in Blue, Green, Purple, and Red

Rocks and Highball Glasses

The visual and functional cues of the laboratory beaker are applied to essential drinkware. The curled lip, pulled spout, and metric scale are combined with the traditional shapes and solid glass bases of rocks and highball glasses. Perfect for high end cocktails or daily table use. 250ml and 350ml, respectively.

The Rocks Glass...not just for drinks on the rocks

Sketched renders of the Highball Glass and its drinkatory uses

Decanter

A 1000ml Erlenmeyer flask, a ground glass stopper, and a modified laboratory clamp handle. Beyond its striking looks, you'll be amazed by how it just feels good to pour from it. Surprisingly ergonomic and highly functional with unparalleled reach and control, it’s the Masamune of pitchers. (Please note; the production version will be made from the same lab glass as the rest of the line and have the matching BOMEX graphics.)

Ergonomic and Elegant

The cork-lined stainless steel laboratory clamp handle can be easily removed for convenience when washing

The diverse duties of the Decanter

Cocktail Shaker

Cocktail Shaker in standard configuration

To create the Periodic TableWare Cocktail Shaker I used a thick walled filtering flask as the foundation piece. Added to this are a custom designed strainer, stirring rod, and shaking plug, all stainless steel. Two rubber plugs and a spout cap complete the set. Using this collection, one can shake, stir, and pour in two configurations; cocktail or shot. Included with every Cocktail Shaker are four 50ml shot glasses: Erlenmeyer Flask or Beaker style.

The Periodic Tableware Cocktail Shaker Strainer

Cocktail Shaker in shot configuration with two mini beakers and two mini flasks

ADD-ONS

You've asked about add-ons and I'm great with that! If you have a custom set in mind, just tell me and and I'll put it together for you. International Shippers, the $85 fee is negotiable depending on where you live, so let me know if you want to see if we can get that lower.

To receive an Add-On, pledge the additional amount of the item (or items) to your tier. Once the campaign has ended, you’ll receive a survey where you can specify the Add-On you have chosen.

MODIFIED LABORATORY CLAMP: The adjustable cork-lined stainless steel laboratory clamp handle. $16 {no shipping & handling fee}

EXTRA TABLEWARE: Four rocks or highball glasses. Or two of each. $55 {$10 shipping & handling included}

TIP: Add two of these to the WINE & COCKTAILS COLLECTION and you can get the entire "PERIODIC TABLE" for $400 (Keeping count, that's four Wine glasses, four Martini glasses, four Highball glasses, four Rocks glasses, the Decanter, and the Cocktail Shaker Set). And for your dedicated patronage I will include a set of eight letterpressed Periodic TableWare coasters and a Periodic TableWare Knit Beanie (Charcoal black with an embroidered Periodic TableWare Logo on the front). International Backers: Please add a flat $85 for international shipping or message me for a custom quote (notably, UK and the European Union fess are much less).

THE "NOBEL PRIZE"

For the ultimate Periodic TableWare enthusiast I am introducing the NOBEL PRIZE ADD-ON. Simply put, if you contribute $600, you will receive eight Wine glasses, eight Martini glasses, eight Rocks glasses, eight Highball glasses, the Decanter, and the Cocktail Shaker Set. As a platinum level contributor you will also receive a set of eight letterpressed Periodic TableWare coasters, a Periodic TableWare Knit Beanie (Charcoal black with an embroidered Periodic TableWare Logo on the front), as well as two Inverto cocktail-wine glasses (Available only with Nobel Prize Add-On Package). International Backers: Please add a flat $85 for international shipping or message me for a custom quote (notably, UK and the European Union fess are much less).

The Inverto Wine-Cocktail Glass (only available to Nobel Prize level backers)

Special Thanks to the media outlets that have featured Periodic TableWare!

"...it repurposes a unique, nostalgic form for use in a daily function that is both elegant and amusing."

"The beautifully-designed drinkware is made to look like iconic laboratory glass."

"Although we’ve featured our fair share of drinkware over the years, the Periodic TableWare is one of the most unique approaches to the classic set that we have ever encountered."

"...the brilliant mind behind Periodic Tableware has taken that nostalgia, mixed in durability, functionality, and created a line of Tableware and Barware for those who think the buck doesn’t stop with what’s inside the glass."

"...it doesn't get much smarter."

"This is something we like!"

The cool line of drinkware was designed to give you a different kind of drinking experience, and possibly motivate you to create better drinks/social experiments."

"These are absolutely beautiful."

"Geek homes everywhere need these! Starting with this geeky blogger."

"This is the perfect tableware for all you science nerds."

"... so you’ll feel even more like a mixing mastermind when creating your drink concoctions for guests."

"In years to come, I’ll regret paying my electric bill for one measly month instead of acquiring a mad science inspired shaker I could use for a lifetime."

"Marshall Jamshidi, the genius behind the project, has imagined an entire collection...expertly utilising flasks we haven't seen since our childhood.

" Can you imagine how fun it would be to host a mixology party featuring this collection?!"

"So what are you waiting for? Back this Kickstarter with ALL OF YOUR MONEY and start mixing drinks! For Science!"

"If you're a chemist in the kitchen, you might want to check out this line of laboratory-inspired drinking glasses."

"If you kept these out in the open, you’d look just as cool as Don Draper, with the added bonus of also looking ten times more intelligent."

"...they look gorgeous and already have us planning a mad scientist-themed cocktail party."

"Science equipment and tableware seem like a natural pairing...I know at least one engineering Ph.D. who will probably be racing to put this set on her wedding registry."

"This set is one of the most innovative ideas in barware to come along in the last 20 years."

"...a new line of revolutionary conventional lab-inspired drinkware."

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