These November 2018 modern trends explore a variety of sleek, minimalist and functional design innovations. Standouts in the architecture realm include architect Flavio Castro's bold 'Box House' project, located in the heart of São Paulo, Brazil. The FCstudio project seamlessly blends open-concept spaces that embody comfort with an abundance of natural light with a single bedroom that offers more privacy.
When it comes to unique home decor, products lile Natchar Sawatdichai's collection of artful, adjustable blinds marry sustainable design with playfulness. The window coverings are muted in color, are paper-crafted and are sculptural in their look and feel. Additionally, examples like João Charrua's surrealist origami sculptures push the boundaries of paper as a medium while embracing a more maximalist and playful aesthetic.
Other November 2018 modern trends to note include recycled aluminum desk lamps and understated piped seating collections among others.
Top 70 Modern Trends in November
From Adjustable Artistic Blinds to Compact One-Bedroom Abodes:
Jana Pijak — Nov 24, 2018 — Art & Design
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Minimalist DIY Home Designs
Reset Architecture Provides the Design for a Minimal Cube-Shaped House
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Hi-Tech Art Cubes
The Trans-Dimensional HyperCube is a Versatile Decor Piece
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Sleek Contemporary Country Homes
The Llano Retreat by Michael Hsu is a Break from the Busy City
66
Single-Storey Contemporary Rural Homes
kt814 Architecture Produces an Elongated Wooden House
65
Ultra-Minimalist Seesaw Furniture Collections
Nendo Creates a Set of Tables for Marsotto Edizioni
64
Plant-Sustaining Lamp Designs
Bjarke Ingels Group & Artemide's Color-Changing Lamp is Pill-Shaped
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Beautiful Contemporary Desert Homes
Wendell Burnette Architects' Design is Located on a Hilly Site
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Style-Specific Home Decor Lines
Burrow's Expands to Include a Line of Pillows and Throw Blankets
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Emotion-Evoking Retail Space Concepts
Andrés Reisinger Puts Emphasis on Meditation in His Designs
60
Authentic Machine-Made Ceramics
Studio Joachim-Morineau's Machine Exhibits Mathematical Precision
59
Minimalist Upcycled Coffee Furniture
Xavier Loránd Uses Coffee Waste for an Expressive Collection
58
Compact One-Bedroom Brazilian Homes
Sliding Walls Adorn FCstudio's House Design in São Paulo
57
Designer-Friendly Moving-In Kits
Faye Toogood & the Modern House's Box Contains Six Useful Objects
56
Contemporary Earthquake-Resistant Buildings
Schmidt Hammer Lassen Designs a Library in New Zealand
55
Stylish Modular Seating Arrangements
Benjamin Hubert's Furniture Line is Fashionable & Functional
54
Sundial-Driven Eco-Friendly Installations
HUSH's Digital Installations Promote Sustainability
53
Adjustable Recycled Paper Blinds
Natchar Sawatdichai's Paper Blinds are Sustainable and Beautiful
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Contemporary Minimalist Toronto Lofts
StudioAC Overhauls a Church to Create a Modern Dwelling
51
Functionally Luminous Modern Objects
Ryuichi Kozeki's OCULUS Has Strong Roots in Sculptural Design
50
Ultra-Minimalist Wooden Retail Interiors
Golucci Boasts a Tranquil Wooden Shop Interior in Beijing
49
Luxurious Home Decor Lines
Greg Natale Uses Shell, Brass and Marble in His Latest Collection
48
Restored Weatherboard Cottages
John Wardle Architects Infuses Modernism in This Rustic Dwelling
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Contemporary Modular Office Furniture
Blå Station Designs the Perfect Piece for Dynamic Workspaces
46
Heated Ice Cream Scoops
SVANKi Completely Elevates the Ice Cream Serving Experience
45
Strikingly Iridescent Turquoise Facades
Stiff + Trevillion Creates an Attention-Grabbing Structure
44
Contemporary Concrete Argentinian Houses
Luciano Kruk's Elongated Design Boasts Heavy Geometry
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Boldly Empowering Visual Identities
Juan Carlos Pagan & Jens Marklund's Collab Defines Joan
42
Homey Cafe Interior Designs
Amit Studio Uses a Splash of Pink for the Interior of a Tel Aviv Cafe
41
Customizable Wall-Mounted Menu Displays
George & Willy's Design is Simple and Incredibly Useful
40
Clear-Walled Dog Pens
Clearly Loved Pets' Modern Lucidium Dog Pens are Stylish Enclosures
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Sizable Wavy-Roofed Arts Centers
Mecannoo's Performing Arts Facility Spans 141,000 Square Meters
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Tech-Savvy All-in-One Turntable Systems
DUO by HYM Seed Audio is Colorful and Contemporary
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Stacked Modern Rectangular Homes
GLA.Design's Structure Celebrates Nature Through Green Elements
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Iridescent Color-Changing Building Facades
The Secret Behind MVRDV Shopping Center is the Tiles
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Modern Patio Furniture Collections
Kun Design Produces Elegantly Sophisticated Outdoor Pieces
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Bold Woven Outdoor Furniture
Tidelli Outdoor's 2019 Collection Makes Use of Nautical Rope
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Elegant Black-and-White Interior Spaces
Raúl Sánchez Architects Creates a Modern Open-Plan Abode
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Knobby 3D-Printed Dining Sets
Joe Doucet's Innovative Dining Set is Made with the Future in Mind
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Maze-Like Academic Buildings
Behnisch Architekten Overhauls This 70s Building, Adding an Extension
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Minimalist Iridescent Weight Designs
Candice Blanc & Ulysse Martel's Weights Double as Sculptures
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Flexible Working Environment Seating
The Flexible Sofa by Barber & Osgerby is Design-Forward
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Sculptural State-of-the-Art Research Facilities
CF Møller's Maersk Tower Has a Star-Shaped Base
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Vintage-Inspired Fisheye Cameras
The Lomography Fisheye No 2 is Incredibly Gorgeous and Functional
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Two-Storey Mixed-Material Homes
Desai Chia Architects' Layout Enables Resident Interaction
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Contemporary Modular Storage Units
Freaks Architecture Places an Arched Storage Unit as a Divider
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Balancing Sculptural Lamp Fixtures
Jean-Pascal Gauthier's Line is Delicate and Absolutely Striking
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Lilypad Porcelain Tabletops
Nendo Turns to Nature for a Beautiful Table Top and a Line of Decor
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Stylish Contemporary Designer Furniture
Jonathan Adler's 'Now House' is Available on Amazon
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Compostable Tableware Sets
Wild Leaf Offers Consumers a Sustainable Option for Dining at Events
20
Modern Piped Seating Collections
Phan Thao Dang Creates Minimalist Pipe Benches and Stools
19
Socially Responsible Bedding Companies
Parachute Uses Non-Toxic & Natural Fibers for Its Products
18
Sleek Design-Forward Bookstore Interior
Alberto Caiola Creates an Elegant Ambience for Harbook
17
Data-Trading Pinball Machines
The Databall_ Pinball Machine Helps Visualize Data Online
16
Compact Secluded Forest Cabins
The Wentworth Cabin by Parka Architecture Offers a Quaint Retreat
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Recycled Aluminum Desk Lamps
OSGB Studio and Ateliers J&J's Collaboration Embraces Sustainability
14
Informed Natural Restaurant Interior
Laura Seppänen Approaches This Project Through Menu Options
13
Industrial Warehouse-Style Shopping Centers
Heatherwick Studio's Converted Warehouses Connect
12
Timeless Coffee Table Designs
Fritz Hansen is Relaunching Paul McCobb's Stylish Furniture Offering
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Intimate Marble Apartment Interiors
Elissa Ossino Studio Arranges a Breathtakingly Welcoming Space
10
House-Shaped Modular Workspaces
Modern Working Culture is Expressed by Hawkins\Brown's 'Gantry'
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Artistically Curved Wall Lamps
Laurids Gallée's Lighting Fixture Boasts a Lengthy Cord as Material
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Helpfully Accented Functional Tableware
Aurore Brard's Designs Help Visually Impaired People
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Carbon Neutral Flooring Options
Interface's Flooring Options are Beneficial to the Environment
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Eerily Surreal Origami Sculptures
João Charrua Tests the Boundaries of Paper as a Medium
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Ethereal Contemporary Furniture Lines
Ameé Allsop's Pure Minimalist Capsule Elevates the Interior
4
Indoor Mirrored House Installations
Doug Aitken's L-Shaped Pavilion is Dubbed 'Mirage Detroit'
3
Interactive Art-Tech Exhibits
The House of the Hatter is an Immersive Exhibit Featuring Disruptors
2
Connected Geometric Office Volumes
Nelson Resende's Triad of Buildings in Porto Appear Separate
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Entirely Steel Interior Design
Bad Lab Beer Co's Industrial Feel is by Studio Richard Lindvall
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Backyard Micro-Building Offices
The Lighthouse Office Offers a Cozy, Dedicated Space for Work
Hi-Tech Art Cubes
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Plant-Sustaining Lamp Designs
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Beautiful Contemporary Desert Homes
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Minimalist Coworker Homes
Muji's Coworker Apartments Efficiently Use Space in Dense Cities
Artistically Colorful Desk Organizers
The Hero Organizer Adds a Stylish Twist to One's Desktop
Origami-Inspired Cutting Boards
The 'GAMI' Cutting Board Streamlines Food Preparation
Award-Winning Ice Cream Sculptures
Sally Reynolds' Creation is Shaped Like a Woman's Breast
Treat-Wielding Pet Selfie Tools
The Model Citizen Pet Woofie Helps Dog Parents Take Optimal Pics
Tiny Home-Inspired Apartments
This Apartment by tsai design is Just 35-Square-Meters in Size
Cleanly Designed Graphic Menswear
Freshjive's Collection is Paired with a Photography Exhibition
Bottle-Topping Solar Lamps
The 'Bottle Pedestal Solar Lamp' is Low-Cost and Ideal for Rural Use
Contemporary Earthquake-Resistant Buildings
Schmidt Hammer Lassen Designs a Library in New Zealand
Chocolate-Made Rental Cottages
The 'Home Sweet Home' Cottage is Made from 1.5 Tons of Chocolate
Senior-Supporting Smart Lamps
The Google Mate Smart Desk Lamp is Focused on Accessibility
Stylish Modular Seating Arrangements
Benjamin Hubert's Furniture Line is Fashionable & Functional
Sundial-Driven Eco-Friendly Installations
HUSH's Digital Installations Promote Sustainability
Modular Open-Plan Offices
Work & Co’s Open-Concept Office Space Was Created as a Gathering Place
Bauhaus-Inspired Plant Stands
Bujnie Introduces the BonBon Collection Full of Simplistic Forms
Wall-Mounted Workout Systems
The Tonal System Utilizes Digital Weights for Accurate Workouts
Reconfigurable In-Store Magnetic Displays
Daylesford Creates a Modular & Aesthetic-Forward Display
Carbon Steel Fitness Bikes
VDG's First Smart Fitness Bike Combines Design and Tech Innovation
Adjustable Recycled Paper Blinds
Natchar Sawatdichai's Paper Blinds are Sustainable and Beautiful
Contemporary Minimalist Toronto Lofts
StudioAC Overhauls a Church to Create a Modern Dwelling
Functionally Luminous Modern Objects
Ryuichi Kozeki's OCULUS Has Strong Roots in Sculptural Design
Coffee Lounge Tech Shops
'The Lounge' by AT&T is a Hybrid Retail Store and Coffee Shop Hangout
Naturalist Multi-Material Coffee Tables
The Guideco Design Impress Coffee Table is Eye-Catching
Hand Blown Tech-Infused Lamps
The Rise Lamp Features Wireless Charging and Mimics a Sunrise
Restored Weatherboard Cottages
John Wardle Architects Infuses Modernism in This Rustic Dwelling
Strikingly Iridescent Turquoise Facades
Stiff + Trevillion Creates an Attention-Grabbing Structure
Facial Recognition Tech Installations
R Luke Dubois & Zach Lieberman's Piece is Somewhat Dystopian
Digitally Enhanced Fashion Markets
The Calvin Klein x Amazon Fashion NYC Market is "Phygital"
Homey Cafe Interior Designs
Amit Studio Uses a Splash of Pink for the Interior of a Tel Aviv Cafe
Upcycled Perfume Packaging
Verescence's 'Upcycled' Glass Perfume Bottle is 100% Recyclable
Apple Headquarters LEGO Models
Spencer Rezkalla Completes an Impressive 19-Square-Feet LEGO Model
Food Waste-Fighting Cafes
The Hotpoint's Fresh Thinking Cafe Menu is Inspired by Often-Wasted Food
Wall-Mounted Body Massagers
The 'Oreum' Massager Can be Discreetly Mounted in Any Space
Dual-Surface Infinity Loop Desks
The Nüvist Ryra Reception Desk is Artistic Yet Functional
Cold Weather Frozen Yogurts
These Yasso Frozen Yogurt Flavors are Sweet and Seasonal
Intricate Digital Butterfly Spiecies
Chaotic Atmosphere Pays Great Attention to Detail in His Work
Modular Plant Stands
The Verso Vertical Plant Stand Works as a Natural Partition
Customizable Modular Mattresses
The M3 Launchpad Adapts to Sleep Patterns, Seasons and Conditions
Iridescent Color-Changing Building Facades
The Secret Behind MVRDV Shopping Center is the Tiles
Elegant Sculptural Terrazzo Decor
Joyce Wang Studio's Collection Highlights Material Versatility
Modern Patio Furniture Collections
Kun Design Produces Elegantly Sophisticated Outdoor Pieces
Reusable Beer Bottles
OBRC's Glass Beer Bottle Design Can Be Reused Rather than Recycled
Group-Focused Apartment-Like Hotels
Domio Offers Asset-Light Hotel Experiences
Bold Woven Outdoor Furniture
Tidelli Outdoor's 2019 Collection Makes Use of Nautical Rope
Visually Stunning Theater Designs
Steven Chilton Architects Embrace Sophistication in This Design
Intergalactic Franchise Furniture
This Star Wars Furniture Collection by Kenneth Cobonpue is Chic
Spiky Recycled Pavilion Structures
The University of Stuttgart Challenges Architectural Boundaries
Elegant Black-and-White Interior Spaces
Raúl Sánchez Architects Creates a Modern Open-Plan Abode
Knobby 3D-Printed Dining Sets
Joe Doucet's Innovative Dining Set is Made with the Future in Mind
Upcycled Whiskey Barrel Skateboards
The Alder + Ash Whiskey Rider Mini Cruiser Skateboard is Chic
Sculptural State-of-the-Art Research Facilities
CF Møller's Maersk Tower Has a Star-Shaped Base
Shifting Office Balance Boards
The 'AlleyOOP' Rocker Keeps You Active at Your Standing Desk
8K 16-Lens Cameras
The RED Manifold 360 Camera was Created in Collaboration with Facebook
Color-Changing Chromotherapy Showers
The Altea Shower Head Changes Color by the Temperature
Contemporary Modular Storage Units
Freaks Architecture Places an Arched Storage Unit as a Divider
Lilypad Porcelain Tabletops
Nendo Turns to Nature for a Beautiful Table Top and a Line of Decor
Video Game Bonus-Inspired Lights
The Overwatch Loot Box Mood Light is Gamer-Approved
Customizable Length Workstations
The De-sk Modular Desk Allows for Enhanced Personalization
Designer Counterbalance Lamps
The Herston Self-Balancing Desk Lamp Allows for Constant Adjustment
Spooky Soda Carnivals
Fanta's Traveling 'Twisted Carnival' Shares Immersive Halloween Experiences
Sleek Design-Forward Bookstore Interior
Alberto Caiola Creates an Elegant Ambience for Harbook
Ecological Art Installations
Bordalo II Highlights Human Pollution with Wild Wild Waste
Hand-Sculpted Marble Skulls
Jun Cha Releases Beautifully Prepared Limited Edition Sculptures
Vision-Soothing LED Desk Lamps
Humanscale is on the Cutting-Edge of Functional Desk Accessories
Recycled Aluminum Desk Lamps
OSGB Studio and Ateliers J&J's Collaboration Embraces Sustainability
Inclusive Hair Product Packaging
Herbal Essences' New Packaging is for the Visually Impaired
Customizable Handmade Crystal Mugs
Essarai Ceramics Produces Mugs That are Literal Works of Art
Fashion Label-Branded Afternoon Tea
Moschino and Ritz Carlton Work on a Hi Tea Menu Concept
IoT Home Entertainment Units
The New Amazon Echo Show Puts More Focus on Tablet Functionalities
Stylish Pink Brunch Cafes
This Odessa Bakery and Cafe Boasts a Dreamy Interior
Herbaceous Avocado Chocolates
Askinosie's Avocado CollaBARation Bar Has Rosemary & Black Pepper
Intersecting Conduction Lamps
The 'Tessallate' Tabletop Lamp by Piyushi Patni is Expandable
Perforated Ventilated School Buildings
Morphogenesis' Design Battles New Delhi's Harsh Climate
Informed Natural Restaurant Interior
Laura Seppänen Approaches This Project Through Menu Options
Camera-Controlling Apps
The Leica Fotos App Gives Users Control of Their Camera with a Smartphone
Sculptural Murano Glass Furniture
Vincenzo De Cotiis' Capsule Embraces an Expressionist Approach
Sci-Fi Franchise Candles
The Star Wars Original Trilogy Limited Edition Candle Sets are Hilarious
Upcycled Scooter Seating Solutions
The Smither's of Stamford Vespa Chair is Authentically Crafted
Rounded Wall Hub Fireplaces
The 'Lensfocus' Fireplace is Gas-Powered and Ultra-Modern
Eco-Friendly Affordable Bedding Collections
Under the Canopy Boasts Zero Waste in Its Industry
Immersive Underwater Parties
Desperados Made the World's Deepest Dance Floor & an Underwater Party
Live-Streaming Action Cameras
The GoPro Hero 7 Comes in Three Different Models
Fold-Designed Home Furniture
The New Cala Resin Collection is Full of Unique Pots and Tables
Seasonal Christmas Ice Creams
Kelly’s of Cornwall Sticky Gingerbread Ice Cream is Limited-Edition
Social Artwork-Sending Platforms
'Send Your Friends Art' Turns Your Photos into Personalized Art
Engaging Impressionist Home Interiors
Brani & Desi's Approach to Design is Ultra-Colorful & Busy
Building Facade Art Installations
The Art on theMART Digital Instillation is the World's Largest
Artistically Curved Wall Lamps
Laurids Gallée's Lighting Fixture Boasts a Lengthy Cord as Material
AI-Controlled Robotic Furniture
Bumblebee Spaces Proposes a Tech Solution for Tiny Homes
Contrasting Colorful Sculpture Exhibitions
Studio Mutt Creates Four Chromatic Mixed-Media Artworks
Nostalgic Tech-Infused Instant Cameras
Instax Square SQ20 Lets Consumers Select Photos to Print
Ethereal Contemporary Furniture Lines
Ameé Allsop's Pure Minimalist Capsule Elevates the Interior
Shapeshifting Productivity Coffee Tables
The Ozzio 'Metrino' Turns Your Living Room into an Office
Indoor Mirrored House Installations
Doug Aitken's L-Shaped Pavilion is Dubbed 'Mirage Detroit'
Expansive Bean Bag Installations
"Chubby Cloud" Lets Visitors Experience Fashion in a New Way
Standalone Digital Cameras
The 'Zeiss ZX1' Features Adobe CC LIghtroom Integration
Iconic Reduced Fat Desserts
The Ben & Jerry's Moo-phoria Ice Cream is Textured and Low in Calories
Interactive Art-Tech Exhibits
The House of the Hatter is an Immersive Exhibit Featuring Disruptors
Distressed Ornamental Flower Vases
The Nicolette Johnson Ceramics 'Symbol' Vases are Chic
Domino-Activated Lights
The 'Domino Light' is Switched On by Toppling Conductive Copper Pieces
Connected Geometric Office Volumes
Nelson Resende's Triad of Buildings in Porto Appear Separate
Dairy-Free Ice Cream Cups
Ben & Jerry's Introduced Mini Vegan Ice Cream Cups