Many May 2021 art & design innovations balance form and function to offer products that provide stylish solutions to modern problems. These products evoke timeless design themes like earthy naturalism and modern minimalism through quality materials and refined finishes.
For example, the elegance of the VacOne Coffee Air Brewer conceals a powerful mechanism that effectively filters coffee grounds using vacuum pressure. The VacOne's cordless design and easy-clean features make high-quality coffee brewing an absolute breeze.
Appealing to eco-conscious consumers, Piorama's Paper Guardian notebook has a built-in blade that allows consumers to physically section out notes in order to cut down on paper waste. The notebook's upscale exterior is made from recycled plastics and boasts corrosion- and impact-resistant properties.
Top 100 Art & Design Trends in May
From Cordless Vacuum Coffee Makers to Zero-Waste Notebooks:
Josh Thompson-Persaud — May 29, 2021 — Art & Design
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Digital Nomad Camping Trailers
The 'NoMad' Camping Trailer Accommodates Modern Lifestyles
99
Prefab WFH Office Pods
'My Home Office' Offers a Standalone Space to Get Work Done
98
Open-Concept Seclusion Cabins
The 'Dwelling Pod' Blends into the Surrounding Environment
97
Zero-Waste Notebooks
The Piorama 'Paper Guardian' Notebook Reuses Paper to Fight Deforestation
96
State-of-the-Art Bike Trailers
The EIN Bike Trailer Uses an Electric Motor to Pull its Own Weight
95
Water Bottle-Inspired Bongs
The Puffco Budsy Hides in Plain Sight as a Hydration Vessel
94
All-in-One Pet Care Containers
This Portable Food and Water Container is Travel-Friendly
93
Indoor Flower Gardens
Nano Garden Cultivates Beautiful, Long-Lasting Flowers Right in the Home
92
Self-Sustaining Off-Grid Cabins
The 'ZeroCabin' Harvests Rainwater and Promotes Natural Airflow
91
Two-Room Truck Tents
The GentleTent USA GT Pickup Inflatable Truck Tent is Expansive
90
Vintage-Inspired Electric Bikes
The 'Elettracker' Offers a Modern Take on a Classic Design
89
Functional Food Storage Systems
The 'P0' Food Storage and Shopping Solution is Thoughtful
88
Fitness-Functional Furniture
Mizuno's Healthy Interior Line Takes Fitness into Consideration
87
Relaxing Desktop Water Features
'HaloFalls' Functions as a Mood Light, Water Feature and Speaker
86
Plant Growth-Optimizing Planters
The 's•pot' Smart Indoor Planter Has an Auto-Watering System
85
Self-Sanitizing Transport Pods
The Conceptual 'Pivot of Safety' Pods are Health-Focused
84
Self-Watering Houseplant Systems
This Automatic Drip Irrigation Kit is Simple to Set Up
83
Expandable Small Space Tables
The 'Drop Leaf Table' Can Be Changed to Suit Needs
82
Functional All-in-One Pet Furniture
The PaiPai Pets Double Basin Cat Kennel is Discreet
81
Flexible Orientation Office Furniture
The Hermann Miller OE1 Workspace Collection is Agile
80
Magnetic Cable Management Desks
The Secretlab MAGNUS Metal Desk Keeps Workstations Tidy
79
Minimalist Japanese Guesthouses
The Maana Kamo Guesthouse is a Luxury Retreat in Kyoto
78
Compact Living Space Desks
The Humanscale eFloat One Offers an Adjustable Place to Get Work Done
77
Portable Folding Chair Desks
The 'chAIR' Foldable Seat and Table Lets You Work From Anywhere
76
Animalistic Autonomous Racing Bikes
The 'Armadillo' Motorcycle Concept is Aerodynamic
75
Unfolding Picnic Blanket Totes
The Helinox Origami Tote Opens to Reveal a Picnic Blanket
74
Intelligent Workstation Lights
This Smart Task Light Concept by Reza Parsa is Customizable
73
UV-C Bottle Cleaning Brushes
The Goodpapa N10 Bottle Brush Prevents Mold and Germs from Lingering
72
Rounded 90s-Themed Sports Cars
The Conceptual Audi NEXT TT Harkens Back to the MK1
71
Placemat-Equipped Lunchboxes
The SOC Lunch Box Unfolds to Make Anywhere a Place to Eat
70
Rollable Kitchen Preparation Boards
The Trebonn Roll Cutting Board is Flexible and Durable
69
Modular Cyclist Storage Cabinets
The Riders Gonna Ride Bike Box is Perfect for Apartments
68
Modern Modular Lighting Systems
Etat-des-Lieux Lights are Contemporary, Creative, and Atmospheric
67
Top-Load Countertop Dishwashers
The 'Vita Neo' Dishwasher Saves Space in Tiny Kitchens
66
Mood Lighting Shower Heads
The KEUCO Shower Light Provides a Pleasant Rain-Like Experience
65
Soothing Office Interior Designs
Designed by Rapt Studio, Goop HQ Boasts a Soft & Comfy Aesthetic
64
Custom-Made Waste-Reducing Furniture
Model No. Modernizes Furniture Market Using Sustainability
63
Cordless Vacuum Coffee Makers
The VacOne Coffee Air Brewer Offers Delicious Coffee and Cold Brew
62
Customizable LEGO Sneakers
The LEGO Adidas UltraBoosts Have Built-In Studs for Custom Designs
61
Sustainable Modular Rugs
The WOODEN LINK 01 Rug Allows You to Customize and Change Your Rug's Look
60
Sustainable Lifetime-Lasting Pens
The 'ForeverPen' Doesn't Require Ink and Creates No Waste
59
Compact Wall-Mounted Bartender Kits
The Barbox Mini Bartending Kit is Decorative and Functional
58
Futuristic Electric Sports Cars
The Conceptual Lamborghini E_X is Sculpted and Efficient
57
Kid-Friendly Side-Sleeper Pillows
Pillow Cubs' Supportive Design Helps Kids Sleep More Soundly
56
Indoor Open-Concept Cookers
The 'Stoke' Cooking Appliance Draws Inspiration from Charcoal Grills
55
Eco Interlocking Packaging Designs
The 'CY-BO' Packaging Concept Highlights Versatility
54
Demure Teardrop Lighters
The 'Tiny Flame' Lighter is Stylish and Self-Referential
53
Pop-Up Sci-Fi Tents
The Star Trek: TNG Shuttlecraft Justman 2-Person Camping Tent is Lightweight
52
Literary Inspiration Flower Vases
The 'Flowery Tale' Book from Mecli Opens to Reveal a Vase
51
Flat-Pack Pop-Up Pubs
Dave and Jon Richardson Created a 15-Piece Flat-Pack Pub Kit
50
Energy-Saving Eco Skyscrapers
BIG's O-tower Brings a Next-Level Futuristic Look
49
Portable Outdoor Festival Chairs
The Helinox Incline Festival Chair is Durably Designed
48
Storage-Equipped Delivery eBikes
The Conceptual 'E-motocompo' by Carota Design is Multifunctional
47
Cutout Interior Coffee Tables
The 'CUT' Coffee Table by Johannes Budde is Stylishly Functional
46
Fruit Waste Shopping Bags
The 'Sonnet155' Reusable Tote Bags are Made with Raw Materials
45
Urban Electric Cafe Racers
The BMW Ki Concept is Inspired by the BMW K100
44
Outdoor Art Exhibits
The New York Botanical Garden Hosts Yayoi Kusama's Cosmic Nature Exhibit
43
Minimalist Button-Free Gaming Controllers
The Conceptual Surface Gaming Controller is Futuristic
42
Discarded Banana Fiber Illuminators
The 'Nuclée' Mood Lights Have a Soothing, Eco-Friendly Design
41
High-Quality Supportive Dog Beds
Sleep Country Canada Offers Luxuries Beds for Your Furry Friends
40
Packable Pocket-Size Towels
The Matador x Volcom Packable Beach Towel is Light and Functional
39
Mountable Manual Espresso Makers
The 'SUPERKOP' Hand-Powered Espresso Maker is Electricity-Free
38
Carbon-Negative Adventure Towels
The PANGEA Bamboo Eco Towel 2.0 is Functional and Sustainable
37
Office-Scented Candles
The Eau D'Office Scented Candles Deliver a Pre-Pandemic Nostalgia
36
Race Car-Inspired Timepieces
The Conceptual Porsche Design Watch by Simon Grytten is Unexpected
35
At-Home Ceramic Printers
The Cerambot Eazao Creates Ceramics That Can Be Fired in the Microwave
34
Interactive Illusory Circle Lights
The 'CIRCLO' Table Lamp Uses a Flying Switch for Control
33
Kitchen Cabinet Herb Gardens
The Conceptual 'Home Garden' by Igor Abakumov is Connected
32
Food Recognition Cutting Boards
The 'Aurora Nutrio' Smart Cutting Board is App-Connected
31
Boldly Angular EV Concepts
The Toyota bZ4X Electric SUV Concept is Expected to Arrive in 2022
30
Bloom-Shaped Automated Indoor Gardens
The Conceptual 'Loop' Smart Planting System is Automated
29
Sustainable Pet Beds
Avocado Green Mattress Created an Organic Dog Frame, Bed and Pillow
28
Triple-Stage Knife Sharpeners
The Angle Pro Knife Sharpener Works with Any Kind of Knife
27
Pet-Friendly Workstation Chairs
This DIY Desk Chair by Simone Giertz Offers a Spot for Pets
26
Transitional Sectional Sofas
The Sectional by Floyd is Designed to Go from Apartment to House
25
Minimally Modern Wall Clocks
The Braun BC17B Classic Wall Clock Has Tick-Free Operation
24
Smart Home Coffee Makers
The Atomi Smart WiFi Coffee Maker Works with Voice Assistant Technology
23
Power-Providing Desk Mats
The KeySmart TaskPad Wireless Charging Desk Pad is Multifunctional
22
Trail-Ready Hiking Shoes
These adidas Terrex Swift R3 Silhouettes are High-Performance Hikers
21
Garden-Equipped Concept Cars
The Volvo Haven Concept Car Gives Passengers Access to Nature
20
Paper Carton Cosmetic Packaging
The 'Carton + Pump' Helps Reduce Unnecessary Waste
19
Cordless Vacuum Mops
Tineco's Self-Cleaning iFloor 3 Vacuums as It Washes the Floor
18
Paper-Made Medication Packaging
The 'Prescription Paper Pill Bottle' is 100% Compostable
17
Blockchain-Powered Virtual Worlds
Cryptovoxels is a User-Owned Virtual World and You Can Buy Land
16
Anti-Contamination Water Bottles
The 'Protean' Reusable Water Bottle Protects the Mouthpiece
15
Comically Curvaceous Vinyl Toys
Kidrobot Has Unveiled 'The Simpsons Stupid Sexy Flanders Figure'
14
Expandable Outdoor Sleeping Bags
The Big Agnes Torchlight Camp Comes in Two Size Options
13
Transparent Smartwatch Strap Packaging
This Apple Watch Strap Packaging Concept is Interactive
12
Plant-Based Milk Machines
Numilk Creates Fresh Milk Alternatives from Oats, Nuts and More
11
Ultra-Compact Washing Machines
The 'NIX' Miniature Washing Machine Has a Freestanding Design
10
Artful Fast Food NFTs
McDonald's France Created NFT Artworks Representing a Big Mac & Fries
9
Reusable Recyclable Masks
Masuku's Protective Face Masks Can Be Sent Back for Recycling After Use
8
Style-Conscious Pocket Multitools
The Gerber Gear Lockdown Drive is Functional and Fashionable
7
Gum-Made Skateboard Wheels
The 'Off The Street' Gum Wheel Initiative Makes Use of Waste
6
Naturally Inspired Furniture Collections
The 'Bamboo' Furniture Collection is Decidedly Minimal
5
Electric SUV-Inspired Mouses
The Satechi Cybermouse is a Mini Version of the Tesla Cybertruck
4
Portable Meditation Chairs
Pebbl by Soul Sparks Collective Supports Mindful Moments
3
Stackable Non-Stick Pans
Chef Avenue's Omnipan Simplifies Prep, Cooking, Baking & Storage
2
LED-Equipped Plant Mounts
The Modern Sprout Smart Standard Growframe Keeps Plants Healthy
1
Haute Jewelry-Like Earbuds
The 'KapKi' Concept Earbuds are Inspired by Water Droplets
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Self-Sustaining Off-Grid Cabins
The 'ZeroCabin' Harvests Rainwater and Promotes Natural Airflow
Vintage-Inspired Electric Bikes
The 'Elettracker' Offers a Modern Take on a Classic Design
Demurely Modern Motorcycles
The Conceptual WOW 101 Ghost Superbike Boasts Beastly Characteristics
Plant Growth-Optimizing Planters
The 's•pot' Smart Indoor Planter Has an Auto-Watering System
Expandable Small Space Tables
The 'Drop Leaf Table' Can Be Changed to Suit Needs
Flexible Orientation Office Furniture
The Hermann Miller OE1 Workspace Collection is Agile
Feature-Rich Off-Road Electric Bikes
The Canyon Grail:ON Electric Gravel Bike Maximizes Riding
Flatpack Metal Lamps
The Object 3 Lamp is Made Using a Single Sheet of Metal
Compact Living Space Desks
The Humanscale eFloat One Offers an Adjustable Place to Get Work Done
Creating the World's First Animal-Free Egg
An Interview with Clara Foods Founder Arturo Elizondo
Portable Folding Chair Desks
The 'chAIR' Foldable Seat and Table Lets You Work From Anywhere
All-in-One Indoor Garden Systems
The Indoor 'Gardyn' Planter Holds Up to 30 Plants
Unfolding Picnic Blanket Totes
The Helinox Origami Tote Opens to Reveal a Picnic Blanket
Intelligent Workstation Lights
This Smart Task Light Concept by Reza Parsa is Customizable
Rollable Kitchen Preparation Boards
The Trebonn Roll Cutting Board is Flexible and Durable
Collapsible Mobile Workstations
The 'Plato' Workstation Can Be Set Up for Working Anywhere
NFT Perfume Blockchain Artwork
Look Labs Launched Digital Fragrance, Cyber Eau de Parfum
Mood Lighting Shower Heads
The KEUCO Shower Light Provides a Pleasant Rain-Like Experience
Adjustable Athleisure Face Masks
The 'Go Mask' Layered Face Mask is Comfortable and Effective
Sports Car-Inspired Decor Collections
The 2021 Aston Martin Home Collection is High-Quality
Sci-Fi Space Station Timepieces
The Death Star Watch was Designed in Collaboration with Lucasfilm
Portable Laptop Stands
The VariDesk Portable Laptop Stand is Compact Enough for a Backpack
Refillable Beauty Product Packaging
The Quadpack Regula Airless Packaging Has Been Revamped
Transforming Tent Jackets
The Survivalist: Adapting to Change Collection is Protective
Low-Cost Luxury Timepieces
The ZEROO DT1 Has a Double Tourbillon and More
Anti-Fogging Transparent Face Masks
The Jelli M1 Filters Pollution, Viruses and More
Pop-Up Sci-Fi Tents
The Star Trek: TNG Shuttlecraft Justman 2-Person Camping Tent is Lightweight
Shower Water Purification Systems
The 'VAND' Shower Water Purifier Supports Skin and Hair Health
Storage-Equipped Delivery eBikes
The Conceptual 'E-motocompo' by Carota Design is Multifunctional
Modular Lunch Carriers
The Flex&Lock Kids Lunchbox is Easy to Clean and Customize
Waterproof Pet Blankets
4Knines' Waterproof Plush Dog Blanket Combines Sherpa & Soft Microvelvet
Recycled Construction Waste Decor
Formr Creates Charming Home Decor from Waste Materials
Maintenance-Free Electric Bikes
The Lekker Amsterdam eBike Comes in Two Models
Technical Outdoor-Ready Ponchos
The AETHER Down Poncho is Ready for Life on the Campsite
AR Puffer Jackets
The NFT Byte Jacket Can Be Worn with Snapchat's Body-tracking Tool
Apartment Dweller Succulent Planters
The Bloom Succulent Grow Box Concept is Ultra-Modern
Discarded Banana Fiber Illuminators
The 'Nuclée' Mood Lights Have a Soothing, Eco-Friendly Design
Triple-Eye LiDAR Robot Vacuums
The 360 Robot Vacuum Cleaner S10 Offers Impressive Suction Power
Carbon-Negative Adventure Towels
The PANGEA Bamboo Eco Towel 2.0 is Functional and Sustainable
At-Home Nitro Coffee Makers
The SHAHRIA Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Maker Has a 64-Ounce Capacity
Circular Outdoor Lounge Furniture
The Baza Lounge Collection is Classy and Comfortable
Digital Candle Collectibles
Bocci Created DIY Instructions for Its 64 Candle as an NFT
Interactive Illusory Circle Lights
The 'CIRCLO' Table Lamp Uses a Flying Switch for Control
Kitchen Cabinet Herb Gardens
The Conceptual 'Home Garden' by Igor Abakumov is Connected
Woven Modular Room Partitions
The 'Veneer' Room Partition by Else-Rikke Bruun is Wave-Like
Bloom-Shaped Automated Indoor Gardens
The Conceptual 'Loop' Smart Planting System is Automated
Sustainable Pet Beds
Avocado Green Mattress Created an Organic Dog Frame, Bed and Pillow
Pet-Friendly Workstation Chairs
This DIY Desk Chair by Simone Giertz Offers a Spot for Pets
Absorbent Quick-Drying Ponchos
The Matador x Volcom Packable Towel Poncho is Made with Nanofiber
Cordless Vacuum Mops
Tineco's Self-Cleaning iFloor 3 Vacuums as It Washes the Floor
Space Tech Bike Tires
Smart is Using NASA's Advanced Tech to Create Its Metl Bike Tires
Seasonal Aromatic Lifestyle Designs
The UNIFORM SS21 Capsule Explores Sustainable Themes
NFT Art Galleries
Mark Cuban is Building Lazy.com to Display Non-Fungible Tokens
Construction Waste Furniture
Irene Roca Moracia Offers Furniture Made Out of Construction Waste
Physical NFT Galleries
Superchief in NYC is a Carbon-Negative Space Devoted to NFT Art
Next-Gen Performance eBikes
The XION CyberX Can Hit 50mph and Offers 100-Miles of Range
Sustainable Parisian Neighborhoods
Jean Nouvel Designs a Sustainable Vertical Neighborhood
Antimicrobial Air Travel Kits
The Safe Travels Kit Comes with Essentials for Comfy Traveling
Artful Fast Food NFTs
McDonald's France Created NFT Artworks Representing a Big Mac & Fries
Drum-Like Side Table Speakers
The Koble Zain Side Table is Discreetly Infused with Technology
Collectible Digital Sneaker Artworks
Rare Shoe Designs the Inaugural Series of NFT Sneaker Art
Portable Tree Branch-Like Lamps
The BROKIS 'Ivy Battery' Lamps Comes in Three Colors
Wellness Smart Bed Bases
Ergomotion's Wellness Retreats Fuse Holistic Wellness and Smart Tech
Eco Contact Lens Packaging
Ace & Tate's Ultra-Slim Contact Lens Packaging Uses 80% Less Plastic
Digitized Museum Artwork Collections
The Louvre is Offering Free Access to its Collection Online
NFT Investment Funds
Republic Realm is a Hyper-Exclusive Real Estate Investment Fund
Futuristic Hydrogen-Powered Motorcycles
The Segway Apex H2 Looks Straight Out of a Video Game
Recycled Textile Children's Furniture
The UPPAREL 'FLIP UP' Sofa Can Be Recycled After Use
Container Garden Pod Planters
The Vegepod Container Garden is a Simple Way of Growing Crops
Robotic Smartphone Deliveries
Samsung Has Partnered with Manna Drone Delivery to Ship Devices
Bar-Scented Candles
The Miller Lite 'Bar Smells' Candles Mimic the Experience of Going for a Drink
Efficient Meal Prepping Kits
The Prep Deck Meal Prep Kit Helps You Easily Prep Meals in One Sapce
3D-Printed Superhero Toys
Warner Bros & Toybox Teamed Up to Let Users to Print Licenced Toys
Streetwear-Branded NFTs
Champion Athleticwear and Tafi Create NFTs and Avatar Content for Samsung
Eco Concrete Building Materials
This Cement-Free Concrete Bonds Components Using Alcohol
Emotional Support Beers
Woodstock Brewing's Emotional Support Beer Aids Operation at Ease
Low-Light Reflection Face Masks
The Coat of Arms 3M Reflective Face Mask Keeps Wearers Visible
8-Bit Cryptocurrency Collectibles
Takashi Murakami Created His First Series of NFT Artwork
Fiery Botanical Rums
The Spirit of Manchester Distillery 'One-Eyed Rebel' Rum is the Brand's First
Failed Festival NFT Paintings
Ja Rule Sold a Fyre Festival NFT Through Flipkick
90s-Inspired Hiking Sneakers
Reebok's DMX Trail Shadow Gets a Forest Green Colorway
On-the-Go Gaming Earbuds
The Low-Latency GTW 270 by EPOS Caters to Mobile Gamers
Stimulating Dog Training Courses
PetSmart's Brain Games Addresses Boredom & Hyperactivity
Microbe-Based Cheese Alternatives
Superbrewed Food's Microbe-Based Protein is Fermented
Low-Latency Wireless Earbuds
The EarFun Free Pro Wireless Earbuds are Great for Gaming and More
Whisky Flavored Lagers
Molson and Wiser Join Forces to Launch the New 'Molson Common Bond'
Carbon Fiber-Infused Hiking Boots
The North Face Vectiv Exploris Futurelight Minimizes Fatigue
Robotic Portrait NFTs
Sophia the Robot Made a Self-Portrait That Sold for Almost $7,000,000
Mushroom Coffee Pods
Mindful Mushroom Coffee is Made with Chaga, Cordyceps and Lion's Mane
NFT Magazine Covers
Time Magazine Released Exclusive Covers Inspired by a 1966 Front Page
Nostalgic Cannabis Lifestyle Designs
HUF Nods to the 70s with the 420 Capsule Collection
Low-Cost True Wireless Earbuds
The Skullcandy 'Dime' Earbuds are Priced at $24.99 Per Pair
Noise Cancelling Wireless Earbuds
Master & Dynamic Releases the MW08 With Updated Designs
Camo-Detailed Camping Gear
Carhartt WIP Adds the Laurel Camo onto Camping Essentials
Automated At-Home Espresso Machines
The Tchibo Single-Serve Coffee Machine is Streamlined
Customizable Signature Scents
Pura Partnered with Floral Street to Offer Two of Fragrances
Certified Organic Light Beers
The Coors Pure Light Beer Has No Sugar and 92-Calories
Futuristic Second Earth Concepts
Earth 2 is a Metaverse Between Virtual and Physical Reality
Mobility Management Dog Chews
Dogsnob's Chews Help to Support Healthy Bones and Joints
Dog-Friendly Chatroom Campaigns
Pedigree Invited 20 Adoptable Dogs to Clubhouse Chats
Upcycled Cookie Dough Treats
Doughp's New Product is Made with Upcycled Brewers' Grains
Eco-Conscious Beer Launches
The BrewDog Lost Lager is Launching into Convenience Stores
Recycled Component Medication Packaging
The Multicolor Belvedere Packaging is Safety Focused
Laser-Integrated Vacuums
The Cordless Dyson V15 Detect Has a Green Laser in the Cleaner Head
Cost-Free Pet Photo Books
Chatbooks' InstaPet Series is Perfect for Quarantine Pet Parents
Boldly Patterned Street Outerwear
The North Face and Supreme Join Forces Yet Again on Bold Looks
Online Bitterness-Themed Beer Ads
Hop Valley is Giving Away Free Beer for Your Bitterness Online
Spacecraft Building Block Kits
The LEGO NASA Space Shuttle Discovery Kit Has 2,350 Pieces
Street Taco Pizzas
Round Table Pizza's New Limited-Time Pizza Features Latin American Flavors
Automated Robot Baristas
Orion Star's Zhi Ka Master Prepares Perfect Cups of Hand-Poured Coffee
Probiotic-Infused Kibbles
Boss Dog's High-Protein Dog Food Supports Gastrointestinal Health