This past weekend, the world-renowned Financial Times newspaper cited TrendHunter.com for the 49th time in a piece on living furniture aimed at on-the-go urbanites. Trend Hunter has been a go-to source for the Financial Times' Trendspotter section since 2007.
In case you missed them, here are a few of the recent Financial Times pieces that sourced TrendHunter.com:
April 10, 2010: Living furniture
May 30, 2009: Pieces that trick the eye
February 14, 2009: DIY chairs
January 17, 2009: Rubik's Cube designs
December 27, 2008: Chandeliers
December 6, 2008: Tetris-themed home items
November 15, 2008: Revamping the toaster
November 1, 2008: Inverted bookshelf
Financial Times: TrendHunter.com Sourced for 49th Time
Financial Times Trendhunter Sourced 49th Time
Trend Themes
1. Living Furniture - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop modular furniture systems that adapt to the needs of on-the-go urbanites.
2. Trick-the-eye Pieces - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create optical illusion furniture and decor that challenges traditional perceptions of space and form.
3. DIY Chairs - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design chair kits that allow consumers to easily assemble and customize their own unique seating solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate smart features into furniture designs, such as built-in technology or multifunctional capabilities.
2. Interior Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative interior design concepts that cater to the needs of urban dwellers with limited space.
3. Home Decor - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create decorative items that serve dual purposes, combining aesthetics with functionality, tailored for busy individuals.