Many of the top May 2015 modern ideas were concerned with spatial solutions. Space is a hot commodity in 2015, and people will do anything to gain more of it. Of course, storage fixtures need to do more than just free up space; they also must be design-savvy and aesthetically pleasing.
Some of the storage solutions included in the list were about subtlety, opting for a minimalist feel that would blend into a variety of existing environments. Other storage fixtures were designed almost as if they were pieces of art, so not only can they optimize space, but they can also act as a interior focal point or statement piece.
Ultimately, the top May 2015 modern ideas reveal creative solutions to modern problems, space being a very prevalent one among them.
Top 45 Modern Ideas in May
From Wall-Mounted Storage Systems to Public Lounge Pop-Ups:
Vasiliki Marapas — May 30, 2015 — Art & Design
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Fantastic Fan-Like Bookcases
Web Shelf Comprises Interlocking Ledges Arranged at Different Angles
44
Eccentric Storage Solutions
This Abstract Cabinetry is Highly Graphic and Gravity-Defying
43
Reused Tube Hangers
Each Piece of the Trempel Collection is Cut from a Single Cardboard Pipe
42
Children's Design Festivals
The Kids Design Week in Milan is the First of Its Kind for Young Ones
41
Rainbow-Hued Paper Sculptures
Artist Travis Rice Creates Textured Installations Out of Paper
40
Contemporary Screen Lamps
The Beaubien Light is a Divider-Like Piece Composed of Tubes and Bulbs
39
Public Lounge Pop-Ups
This Pop-Up at NYC Design Brings Alexander Girard's Work to Life
38
Conductive Ink Keyboards
Inko iPad Case is a Smooth Leather Tablet Accessory with Drawn Circuitry
37
Stackable Storage Stools
Colorful Seating Objects Improve Classroom Comfort and Organization
36
Voyeuristic Couture Exhibitions
Wanderland by Hermès is a Conceptual Show at the Saatchi Gallery
35
Layered Lumber Desks
The Sheet Table is an Elegant Workstation with Beautifully Stacked Surfaces
34
Vibrant Statement Staircases
This Statement Staircase Illuminates a Private Home in Peru
33
Luxurious Stone Electronics
The Clique Small Objects Collection Blends Marble with Technology
32
Dizzying Design Pavilions
Artist Wolfgang Buttress Designed the UK Pavilion at the World Expo 2015
31
Holstered Ceiling Lights
Buster Bulbs Take Ultra-Modern Teardrop Shapes with Luxe Leather Shades
30
Printed Honeycomb Shelves
The SuperMod Storage System is Nature-Inspired and Industrially Made
29
Undulating Storage Solutions
This Curved Shelf Can Be Wound About a Room, Doubling as a Partition
28
Modern Mediterranean Mansions
The Sardinera House by Ramon Esteve Estudio is Luxuriously Minimal
27
Pivoting Pendant Lamps
The Flip Light Rotates Within Its Rings to Adjust Direction and Diffusion
26
Abstract Agricultural Furniture
Planter Table Molds a Flower Pot and an Undulating Surface As One
25
Elegant Geometric Lighting
The Nanoleaf Gem is the World's First Decor LED Bulb
24
Handsome Hoodie Lights
This Zippered Lamp Fabulously Bridges Fashion and Fixture Design
23
Magnetic Wall Storage
Ronda Design's New Storage System is Sleek, Modular and Simple to Customize
22
Overarching Drinking Taps
Arc Faucet is Counter-Anchored at Both Ends and Dispenses in the Center
21
Painted Pillar Clocks
The Fate Wooden Clock Series Was Inspired by Eccentric Indian Architecture
20
Lumber Cap Lights
Antique Hat Blocks Inspired the Design of This Winning Timber Hat Lamp
19
See-Through Storage Systems
Slide Series Have Ghostly Structures with Seemingly Suspended Surfaces
18
Fabulous Flask Bracelets
This Areaware Accessory Styles You with an Accessible Shot of Alcohol
17
Wall-Mounted Storage Systems
Perch by Urbio is a Chic Vertical Organizer for Homes and Offices
16
Multipurpose Bar Tools
This 4-in-1 Contraption Can Open Bottles and Measure Beverage Ingredients
15
Whimsical Transparent Furniture
The Latest Glas Italia Collection is Full of Designer Collabs
14
Contemporary Candle Warmers
This Candle-Powered Heater Cooks Food and Enhances Interiors' Ambience
13
Built-In Planter Furniture
Ben Robinson Designs a Minimalist Coffee Table with Embedded Bowls
12
Household Object Locators
This Universal Pager Helps to Manage Frequently Lost and Found Items
11
Abstract Arts Centers
This Concept for a Cirque du Soleil Theater is as Dynamic as the Show Within
10
Ethereal Minimalist Salons
This Osaka Hair Salon is a Crash Course in Understated Elegance
9
Tree Trunk Houses
These Whitewashed Abodes are Whimsical, Sculptural and Reaching for the Sky
8
Computer-Inspired Commodes
This Toilet Seat Laptop Design Draws from the Beauty of the MacBook
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Infusion-Reusing Teapots
The Tea Bag Mug Protects Live Leaf Satchels for Future Brewed Beverages
6
Floating Swimming Pools
The Thames Bath Project Aims to Renovate Aging Open-Air Swimming Pools
5
Personalized Print Publications
Print Isn't Dead Launches Element 003's Quirky Typographic Covers
4
Rotary Travel Mugs
The R-Cup Enables the User to Swing His Drink to Keep It Warm
3
Mixed Media Vases
These Ceramic Baskets Stitch Together the Pottery Arts and Weaving Techniques
2
Artistically Modern Candelabras
Bougeoir Labyrinthe by Miriam Josi Takes on a Colorful Maze Shape
1
3D-Printed Prayer Mats
Othman Khunji's Prayary Adds Incentive to Religious Rituals
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Inconspicuous Pet Furniture
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Modern Curvy Furniture Designs
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Contemporary Workspace Furniture Design
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Clippable Furniture Collections
ClipHut Revolutionizes the Was in Which We Join Furniture
Curvaceous Storage-Focused Nightstands
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Space-Conscious Exercise Kits
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Versatile Modern Shelves
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Detachable Wall-Mounted Standing Desks
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Biomaterial Retail Interiors
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Ultra-Slick Modern Apartment Interiors
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Public-Oriented Furniture Exhibits
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Dynamic Swedish-Made Furniture
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Tubular Literature Storage Racks
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Metallic Multifunctional Storage Boxes
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Immersive Living Room Concepts
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Funky Colorful Storage Units
Pavel Vetrov's Funky Storage Units Capture Attention
Interior Design Concept Guides
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Spring-Ready Modern Furniture
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Tubular Construction Desk Concepts
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Striking Storage-Friendly Poufs
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Curated Home Decor Platforms
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Unfurnished Camping Trailer Designs
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Chic 70s-Inspired Home Collections
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Community-Centric Headquarters
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Minimalist Book Storage Tables
The 'Pocket' Coffee Table by Deniz Aktay is Split Open
Expanding Three-in-One Furniture
The 'Expandy' Adapts to Needs in Seconds Without Tools
Minimalist Tech-Friendly Valet Boxes
Holme & Hadfield The Hub Stylishly Stows Essentials
Retail Furniture Market Expansions
H&M Home Broadens Out to the US Market with a Distinctive Range
Movable Room Divider TVs
The Conceptual 'Trolley' TV Divides the Room When Not in Use
Next-Generation TV Models
The LG Display OLED Shelf Concept is Flexible and Adjustable
Rugged Garage Storage Systems
The Gladiator Flex Cabinet Systems Prioritize Organization
Box-Like Innovative Apartment Designs
Photon Studio's Designs the Box in the Box Apartment
Motorized Sofa Wall Beds
Resource Furniture Creates the Seamless Tonale Soda Wall Bed Design
Store-Transformed Modern Apartments
Kelly Behun Transforms a Modern Apartment at The Whiteley
Remodelled Denim-Detailed Modern Apartments
Studio Edwards Remodels the Microloft in Melboune
Elegant Working Desk Concepts
The Mindset: Built-In Computer Desk by Designer Dot is Efficient
Modular Flatpack Furniture Designs
The 'OPO=O' Multifunctional Furniture Piece Works in Many Ways
Playful Furniture Exhibits
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Storage-Equipped Restaurant Chairs
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Illuminating Home Display Pedestals
The 'Welcome' Decor Piece Stylishly Puts Items on Display
Modular Camping Furniture
'Owomo' Created a Line of Build-Your-Own Camping Panels
Modular Configuration Shelving Units
The 'Repisa 01' Shelf by Lorenzo Vega Suits Any Needs
Artful Hanging Contemporary Mirrors
Bower Studios Presents the Ready to Hang Series
Playful Vibrant Creative Furniture
Dmitry Kozinenko Designs Four Products for Woo Furniture
Caged Luxury Homeware Collections
Hermès’ New Homeware Capsule Debuted at Milan Design Week
Flexible Industrial Studio Spaces
Alexander May Opens the Physical Location of Sized Studio
Cannabis-Friendly Modern Cabinets
Alter Interiors Designs the High Bar with Structural Forms
Minimalist Monochromatic Desk Designs
The Arqus Desk Prioritizes an Airy Feel
Interlocking Living Room Furniture
Mirlay Özlem ER's The Cube is Elegant and Space-Saving
Flexible Modular Nomad Furniture
The Scenes From the Near Future Unveils the 8′ 33″ Collection
Space-Themed Home Decor Collection
IKEA Introduces its new Cosmic AFTONSPARV Collection
Storage Facility-Inspired Fashion Capsules
Francon's New Collection is Inspired by an Art Storage
Renovated Compact Loft Apartments
Metre Architects' Vessel Project Renovates a Small Space
Adaptable Mobile Professional Desks
The Airy Office Desk by Ivana Wingham Suits Any Needs
Storage-Friendly Task Lights
The Conceptual 'He Yi' Storage Lamp Has Space for Stationery Items
Housewares Retailer Design Apps
The Wayfair Decorify App Digitally Transforms Spaces for Shopping
Organized Gaming Storage Cabinets
Bauhutte Presents a Special Cabinet for Game Accessories
Sleek Wall Organizer Concepts
Akash Deep Designs the MDF Boards of Organized Storage
Light-Inspired Furniture Exhibitions
Lee Broom Presents the New Divine Inspiration Capsule
Office Locker Systems
Pair Continues to Innovate for the Post-Covid Office Environment
Sustainable Furniture Capsule Shops
Light and Dwell Open up a Store of Furniture Designs
Travel Trunk-Inspired Shelves
The Louis Vuitton Cabinet of Curiosities by Marc Newson is Artistic
Versatile Outdoor Furniture Series
Fermob Presents a Look at its Latest Collection of Furniture
Maternal-Themed Sculptural Cabinets
Adam and Arthur Design the Dynamic Mother and Child Cabinet
Cozy Storage-Focused Furniture
The Pocket Chair by Blå Station is Designed by Stone Designs
Floating Stacked Storage Boxes
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Bright Whimsical Home Accessories
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Versatile Nesting Furniture
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Toy-Specific Storage Systems
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Illuminated Charger Design Concepts
Jones & Partners Presents a Look at the New Current Concept
Mid-Century Office Space
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Sculptural Art-Detailed Store Designs
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Demountable Wooden Retail Spaces
Architecture for London Designs Present & Correct's New Space
Futuristic Vibrant London Apartments
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Modular Stacked Furniture Series
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Outdoor-Ready Structural Furniture
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AI-Enabled Cabinet Capsules
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Locally Focused Visionary Tableware
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Japanese Woodwork-Inspired Shelving Units
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Sticky Notes Holder Concepts
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Seasonal Limited Home Designs
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Modular Beam-Themed Furniture
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Stylish Oakwood Storage Furniture
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Versatile Modular Couches
The Transformer Couch 2.0 Adds Flexible Style to the Living Room
Digitally Curated Styling Closets
LG's New LOOKandME Hanger Provides a Glance at an Outfit
Guitar-Holding Benches
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Juxtaposing Material Furniture Series
Junya Igashami Designs a New Furniture Collection
Modular Organized Shelving Systems
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Colorful Minimally Designed Cabinets
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Personality-Enhancing Side Tables
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Slick Commercial Furniture Collections
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Japanese-Inspired Simplistic Offices
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Customizable Student Furniture
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Modern-Tinged Traditional Furniture
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Home Mobility Accessible Furniture
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Contemporary Clean-Line Furniture
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Nature-Inspired Lounge Furniture Series
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Nomadic Berlin Design Galleries
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