Amelia Roblin
VP of Brand + Design
Toronto, Ontario · Member since Feb 2010
10.1KPublished Articles
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I started writing for Trend Hunter as an opportunity to discover the contemporary designers I'd learned little about in my history-based degree at the University of Toronto. By my third article I was hooked and now the rest is history!
I'm a lover of graphic, furniture and industrial design, of architecture and painting. I feel fortunate to have grown up around my beloved Toronto and to have lived in Canberra and Melbourne, Australia, where there's so much scrumptious creative inspiration around every corner.
I'm a lover of graphic, furniture and industrial design, of architecture and painting. I feel fortunate to have grown up around my beloved Toronto and to have lived in Canberra and Melbourne, Australia, where there's so much scrumptious creative inspiration around every corner.
Featured Ideas
Clustered Mushroom Movables
Toad Side Table Supports Itself with the Help of Three Stacked StoolsUnconventional Support Structures — The Toad Side Table challenges traditional furniture design with its unique and playful arrangement of legs.
Grassy Coffee Cups
The Grow Up Ceramic Mug Has its Own Implanted CoasterEco-friendly Products — The Grow Up Ceramic Mug demonstrates the trend of eco-friendly products by combining a coffee cup with a planter.
Printing Press Mani-Pedis
Newsprint Nails Bring the Current Events to Your FingertipsNewsprint Nails — Newsprint nail art is a unique and trendy way to decorate your nails inspired by current events.
Hi-Tech Projected Computers
The Communicate Gadget Takes Hardware Out of the EquationWireless Workspace — The trend of decluttering workspaces by utilizing wireless technology opens up opportunities for innovative gadgets like the Communicate Gadget.
Sculptural Frieze Seating
Versailles Sofa Merges Magnificent Architectural Details with FurnitureSculptural Resin Furniture — Companies can explore unique designs that incorporate sculptural resin into furniture, creating pieces that will stand out from the more basic designs currently popular in the market.
Environmentally Integrated Architecture
EcoNET Challenges Current Building PracticesLiving Materials Integration — The integration of living materials with artificial ones in architecture opens up the possibilities for eco-friendly structures that benefit both humans and the environment.
Bum Bag Advertising
This Pilates With Gerda Campaign Enquires After the Weight You CarryBody Positivity — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advertising campaigns that promote body positivity and challenge traditional beauty standards.
Amphibious All-Terrain Autos
Volkswagen Aqua Will Cope with the Changing Chinese LandscapeAmphibious Vehicles — Opportunity to develop vehicles that can seamlessly navigate both land and water, enabling travel in diverse terrains.
Honeycomb Hanging Fixtures
The Hexa Lamp by DesignLibero Incorporates the Sweet Aesthetic of BeesBiomimicry Inspired Lighting — Designing lighting fixtures that mimic patterns and aesthetics found in nature, particularly insects, for a unique and visually intriguing look
Homicidal Style
Eric Anderson by Kourtney Roy Takes a Murderous MachinationEdgy Editorials — Exploring daring displays of sexuality and shocking story lines in fashion photography.
Sustainable Smartphone Amps
Environmentally-Friendly Ecoustik Wooden Dock Delivers Natural SoundSustainable Smartphone Accessories — Create eco-friendly accessories for devices that were heavily taxing on the planet to produce.
Zippered Page Savers
The Zipmark Bookmark Seals in a Good Story Until You're Ready to Read NextZipmark Bookmark — A bookmark with a faux-fastener strip that securely marks your place in a book.Q&A with Amelia
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
Chance and instinct ...and Feedly.
What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?
The fabulous community of writers, editors, interns and programmers. I'm ever excited by the ideas expressed and the new projects constantly being initiated. Needless to say, the abundance of amazing subjects (especially design-related) churned out every few minutes also keeps me glued to TH nearly every waking hour.
What is your favorite trend?
It changes every day!
What are your tips for writing a juicy post?
First off, I try to look for juicy subjects. A great trend begins to write itself when you highlight its most engaging features.
How do you reset to be creative?
I peruse my favorite blogs for inspiration.
What inspires or excites you?
Good design, as a balance between creative aesthetic and innovative and intuitive functionality.
Author Categories
Resplendent Mexican Destinations
Mexican Caribbean Paradises
Alternative Engagement Rings
Load-Bearing End Tables
Multi-Purpose PIggy Banks
Revamped Slinky Seating
Restorative Feminine Skincare
Balloon-Molded Bowls
Hybrid Winter Implements
Easy Replanter Pots
Inventive Ziplock Bathtubs
Clean Cold Brew Cans
Dehumidifying Eco Showers
Urban Sterilizer Stations
Multi-Surface Tables
Perfectly Proportional Purifiers
Vacuum-Sealed Sofas
Origami-Inspired Seating
Roundabout Wall Clocks
Divergent Dairy Branding
Contemporary Fishing Cabins
Convertible Portable Fans
Music Teacher Matchmaking
Synthesized Retro Bands
Innovative Infusion Pumps
Water-Resistant Smartphones
Personalizable Pod Coffee
Newfangled String Instruments
Innovative Drug Dispensers
Documented Craigslist Encounters
Smart Wi-Fi Sockets
Long-Life Electric Toothbrushes
Traditional Medicinal Packaging
Household Precision Paintbrushes
Canteen Pill Packaging
