The top August 2015 modern trends showcase a variety of ultramodern movements within the design industry and beyond.
While minimalism persists as a main facet of modern design language, so too does the opposite, with over-the-top designs finding a place against the grain and gaining attention because of it. A streamlined cat cave provides a playful home for feline friends that sits suspended from the ceiling and adds an artistic feel to any space.
Similarly, modern art innovations have implications that reach further than the commercial art world alone. Modern furniture and everyday household items are frequently fused with ultramodern designs that provide an elevated function as well as an aesthetically pleasing element.
Upcycled materials also play a large role in the top August 2015 modern trends, with plenty of innovative art structures assembled from reclaimed material such as plastic bottle caps dominate the notable lists.
Top 75 Modern Trends in August
From Record-Based Alphabet Art to Floating Flatware Utensils:
Rebecca Byers — Aug 1, 2015 — Art & Design
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Elegant Grayscale Tattoos
These Monochromatic Tattoos Feature Detailed Geometric Designs
73
Waste Container Swimming Pools
The 'Pool Box' is Housed Inside of an Old Dumpster
72
Fruity Fashion Sketches
This Artist Transforms Everyday Foods into Chic Fashion Illustrations
71
Contoured Soda Bottles
These Designers Re-imaged the Shape of Coca-Cola's Iconic Soda Bottle
70
Elevated Housing Domes
This 270 Square Foot Pod Home Resembles an Enlarged Tech-Made Lollipop
69
Ceiling-Suspended Beds
This Hanging Bed is a Great Way to Save Space in a Small Home
68
Playfully Diverse Furniture Designs
The Second Anna Karlin Collection Debuts at This Year's ICFF
67
Minuscule Design Portfolios
This Small Design Portfolio Comes with Its Own Magnifying Glass
66
Monochromatic Ink Illustrations
These Ink Blot Paintings Appear Almost Lifelike
65
Sunburned Skin Tattoos
These Tattoos are Transferred to Human Skin Through the Use of UV Rays
64
Hybrid Platform Sneakers
The New Adidas Collection Features Shoes with a Distinctive Two-Part Sole
63
Spine-Inspired Chairs
This Beautiful Chaise Lounge is Inspired by the Curve of the Human Spine
62
Colorful Pop Culture Collages
These Psychedelic Digital Collages Feature Famous Hip-Hop Artists
61
Contemporary Disney Princesses
These Casual Disney Princesses Look Like Modern Day Teenagers
60
Collapsible Electric Bikes
The 'A-Bike' is the World's Lightest and Most Compact Electric Bike
59
Super Slender Houses
This Compact Dwelling Measures Just 1.8 Meters in Length
58
Geometric Mirrored Mazes
This Giant Maze Can be Toured from the Ground or Viewed from Above
57
Customizable Block Furniture
These Innovative Seats are Made from Adjustable Foam Bars
56
LEGO Superhero Statues
These Whimsical Statues Depict Famous DC Comic Book Characters
55
Whimsical Paper Sculptures
Cybele Young Uses Japanese Papers to Reproduce Everyday Objects
54
Geometric Superhero Portraits
This Artists Uses Distinct Shapes to Create Portraits of Superheroes
53
Plastic Bottle Cap Pavilions
This Bottle Cap Structure Sends an Important Message About Pollution
52
Multifunctional Wooden Robots
These Decorative Robots Perform a Variety of Useful Tasks
51
Floating Feline Beds
AtelierSuburban's Suspended Cat Cave Gives Felines a Room with a View
50
Balloon-Roofed Courtyards
This Courtyard in France is Filled with Pink Balloons That Act as a Roof
49
Squeezable LED Lights
The 'Lumibaby' is a Portable LED Flashlight in the Shape of a Tiny Figurine
48
Deconstructed Ceramic Dishes
These Minimalist Dishes Feature Sharp Edges and Unorthodox Shapes
47
Manicure-Inspired Dresses
These Unconventional Dresses are Made from Plastic Fingernails
46
Opulent Couture Exhibits
The 'Couture/Sculpture' Exhibit Celebrates Azzedine Alaia's Work
45
Prefabricated Apartment Units
The 'La Casa Por El Tejado' Project Aims to Combat Urban Sprawl
44
Colorful Cross-Stitched Furniture
This Modern Furniture Set Features Fun Cross-Stitch Patterns
43
Solar-Powered Portable Cookers
This Lightweight Cooker is Designed for Outdoor Quests & Picnics
42
Magnetized Wall Decals
This Magnetic Paint Lets You Easily Redecorate Walls Over and Over Again
41
Translucent Leafy Chandeliers
This Delicate Lamp Called 'Chlorophilia' Emits Light & Shadow
40
Luxuriously Reflective Restaurants
Jouin Manku Designs an Opulently Futuristic Dining Interior
39
Colorful Unisex Eyewear
This Vintage-Inspired Eyewear Line is Perfect for Both Men and Women
38
Solar Cooking Tables
The SUNplace Table Cooks Food Like a BBQ Using Solar-Powered Clean Energy
37
Modernized Garage Retail Stores
This Sporting Goods Shop Presents Modern Attire in a Retro Space
36
Mirrored Beach Huts
This Peculiar Beach Hut Took Six Weeks to Create and Install
35
Body Positive Children’s Cartoons
This Inspirational Cartoon Encourages Self-Confidence
34
Whitespace Chocolate Bar Labels
This Simple Chocolate Bar Brand Combines Whitespace & Bold Print
33
Inkblot-Based Artwork
This Artists Uses Inkblots to Create Charming Monster Cartoons
32
Psychedelic Simulation Glasses
Bence Agoston's Unique Glasses Mimic the Experience of a Drug Trip
31
Repurposed Street Parking
San Francisco Has Replaced a Section of Parking Spots with Benches
30
Lucid Eatery Interiors
This Organic Paleo Restaurant Uses Minimalist Nature-Inspired Decor
29
Interchangeable Candleholders
These Chic Candleholders Boast a Sleek and Minimalist Design
28
Blossoming Sneaker Gardens
Monsieur Plant Transforms Sneakers into Gardens for Mother Nature
27
Cascading Lightning Sculptures
These Magnificent Light Accessories Hang Beneath Mall Lights
26
Realistic Balloon Animals
These Lifelike Balloon Animals Feature Fur, Skin and Textures
25
Avant-Garde Faceless Portraits
These Photos are Inspired by Magritte's Concept of Hidden Faces
24
Floating Flatware Utensils
The Cantilever Collection is Elevated to Avoid Table Contact
23
Sink-Mounted Cutlery Cleaners
This Handy Cutlery Cleaner Makes It Easier to Wash Cooking Utensils
22
Blackened Bamboo Tableware
This Set of Eco-Friendly Bamboo Dishware is Completely Black
21
Food-Themed Bookmarks
These Tiny Felt Bookmarks Resemble Delicious Dishes
20
Sleek Multidimensional Lighting
These Modern 3D Lamps are Made from Laser-Cut Sheet Metal
19
Ergonomic Whiskey Tumblers
These Luxurious Glasses are Milled From Aerospace-Grade Aluminum
18
Creativity-Boosting Flashcards
These Visual Cards Can Be Used to Communicate Design Ideas
17
Coffee-Based Artwork
Ghidaq al-Nizar Uses Coffee as Inspiration for His Stunning Artwork
16
DIY Rainbow Paint Rollers
This Hybrid Roller Uses 10 Different Colors to Paint Beautiful Rainbows
15
Vase-Mimicking Buildings
The Spherical Buildings in This Complex House a Museum and a Hotel
14
Record-Based Alphabet Art
This Typography Series Draws Inspiration From Popular Vinyl Records
13
Reality-Bending Playing Cards
This Unusual Deck of Cards is Specifically Designed to Confuse Users
12
Vinyl Mixtape Subscriptions
Vinyl Moon's Service Supplies Members with Curated Songs on Records
11
Apocalyptic Air Fresheners
These Quirky and Colorful Air Fresheners Depict Apocalyptic Scenarios
10
Multimedia Solar Paintbrushes
This Wooden Engraver Harnesses Sunlight to Make Its Marks
9
Grassy Horse Sculptures
This Natural Sculpture is Integrated into the Welsh Landscape
8
Ceramic Cup Flooring
These Stacked Ceramic Platforms Highlight Maruhiro's Tableware
7
Ice Cube-Infused Tumblers
These Chic Handblown Glasses Feature Built-In Ice Cubes
6
Sediment-Based Murals
This Eco Mural Was Produced Using High Pressure Water Guns
5
Iconic Brand-Inspired Beers
This Company Transforms Recognizable Brand Identities into Beers
4
Math-Based Digital Clocks
This Clever Wall Clock Helps Users Improve Their Math Skills
3
Gigantic Bagel Installations
The Hanna Liden 'Everything' Sculpture Features a Big Breakfast Dish
2
Astrological Body Art
Trina Merry Recreates Astrology Signs Using Human Canvases
1
Mobile Elastic Lampshades
These Elastic Moving Lights Combine Easy Motion and Sleek Ceramics
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Minimal Flat-Pack Design
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