With back to school just around the corner, the September 2017 modern trends include a number of highly functional pieces that are perfect for students.
On the one hand, many students are looking for high-tech solutions that will help them work and play. One such product is a tech-infused lamp called Hole, which can be controlled through an accompanied app. Another example is the QT Privacy Lounge Chair, which comes with a built-in power outlet for the user's phone-charging needs.
Beyond tech-integrated pieces, the September 2017 modern trends also include a number of other multi-functional items. With these products may not be able to charge a phone, they can be adapted and customized to fit different spaces. Examples of these versatile pieces of decor include the Artifox SHELF, the Patchwork room divider and the Dressed Cabinet by Vij5.
Top 75 Modern Ideas in September
From App-Enabled Storage Lamps to Customizable Dresser Designs:
Katherine Pendrill — Sep 28, 2017 — Art & Design
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Moveable Prefab Dwellings
The Koda Moveable Home Can be Shifted to a New Location
74
Customizable Room Dividers
'Patchwork' Helps Solve the Privacy Issues Around Cohabitation
73
Floating Thunder Cloud Lamps
The Floating Lamp Magnetically Hovers from Its Base
72
Curvy Hand-Made Furniture
Fielding-Smith Furniture's Collection is Shapely with Color Pops
71
Sea Life Inspired Lights
These Coral Lamps Emulate the Spectacular Asymmetries of Reef Formations
70
Multifunctional Stackable Seating
Yemenite Stackable Stools Can be Stacked for Easy Storage
69
Carbon Fiber Canoes
This Two-Person Canoe Flaunts a Streamlined and Futuristic Design
68
Retractable Restaurant Extensions
This Retractable Wall System Accommodates More Dining Guests
67
Magnetized Cord-Holding Platforms
'The Base' by Peel Will Stop Cords from Falling on the Floor
66
Fast Food-Inspired Furniture
This Collection Features a Hot Dog Couch and a Hamburger Arm Chair
65
App-Enabled Storage Lamps
'Hole' is a Tech-Infused Multi-Purpose Lamp
64
Playful Spinning Top Chairs
The Magis 'Spun' Rotating Chair Allows for Freestyle Spinning
63
Food-Framing Infusers
The Porthole Infuser Makes Flavor-Instilling Processes Infinitely Photogenic
62
Currency-Inspired Blankets
Hiller Dry Goods' Designs Feature Abstract Images of Global Currencies
61
Soundproof Office Pods
Framery's 'Phone Booths' Offer Solutions to Noisy Open-Concept Offices
60
Illuminated Retractable Coffee Tables
'Microcromo' Transforms from a Coffee Table to Wall-Hung Art
59
Multi-Sensory Japanese Restaurants
Waka Haiku Setsugekka's Design is Reflective of Japan's Cuisine
58
Customizable Dresser Designs
The Dressed Cabinet Features a Movable Fabric Panel
57
Inflatable Lighting Tubes
'Blow Me Up' Lamp Serves as an Alternative to Bulky Light Fixtures
56
Lopsided Kneeling Tables
This Unbalanced Table Creates the Illusion of a Living Creature
55
Streamlined Lettuce Cleaners
This Stainless Steel Salad Spinner Satisfies Preparation and Serving
54
Classroom Desk-Inspired Tables
The Doodle Table Features a Chrome Finish and Adjustable Legs
53
Framed Lighting Concepts
'Frame Lighting' Lets You Highlight Your Prized Possessions
52
Jellyfish-Inspired Tables
Daniela Forti's Jelly Fish Tables are Made from Colored Glass
51
Holistic Housekeeping Bots
The Unibot Can Carry Out Four Specialized Functions Simultaneously
50
Elegant Glass-Paneled Lamps
The 'Arch Table Lamp' is Chic and Unconventional
49
Rainbow-Projecting Glassware
These Cups Feature an Elegant and Imaginative Design
48
Neon Kitchenware Utensils
These Colorful Cooking Tools Appeal to Aspiring Young Cooks
47
Sunken Hotel Bed Designs
The 'Mylines' Hotel Features a Futuristic Room with a Bed in the Floor
46
Customizable Hanging Ceiling Lights
The Studio Beam D-light Quattro Has an Industrial Vibe
45
Archery-Inspired Light Fixtures
The 'Bo Light' Takes Its Inspiration from a Curved Bow and Arrow
44
Phone-Charging Handbag Lights
This Portable Handbag Light Can Also Charge Your Phone
43
Acrobat-Inspired Lighting
Porcelain Bear's 'Acrobat' is a Four Piece Collection
42
Appreciation-Encouraging Clocks
The PAO Clock Timepiece Encourages You to Stay in the Moment
41
Nomad-Inspired Couches
Raz Omer's Naja Couch is an Inflatable Alternative to Expensive Furniture
40
Angular Folded Paper Lamps
The 'Le Pli' Lamp is Simple, Functional and Shipping-Friendly
39
Remote-Controlled Toilets
The 'Clean Black' Toilet is Focused on Sanitation and Comfort
38
360 Degree Fans
This Elegant Fan Design Provides a More Flexible Range of Motion
37
Lightweight Wired Glass Tables
Jorge Garaje Uses Aluminum to Make Lightweight Outdoor Furniture
36
Ceiling-Suspended Air Purifiers
The Ceili.Air Serves as a Sleek Alternative to Bulky Devices
35
Semi-Transparent Marble Lighting
Voie Light Series Merges Marble with Neon Rings
34
Multidirectional Illumination Lamps
This Factory Pendant Light from the Marra Group is Chic
33
Personalized Art Subscriptions
'Meum' Introduces a Flexible, Customizable Art Subscription Service
32
Design-Focused Air Purifiers
The 'Brid' Air Purifier Was Designed with Longevity in Mind
31
Textural Cork Seating
The Vitra Cork Stool Looks Like a Larger Variation of a Wine Cork
30
Concentric Light Fixtures
The Concentric Wall Light Plays with Light and Color
29
Vibrant Tabletop Bookshelves
The Ara Bookshelf is for the Individual with a Limited Library
28
Tangible 3D Graphs
Coming Soon's 3D Infographics Make Visual Data Tangible
27
Rollable Paper Torches
The Paper Torch by Nendo Can Be Rolled into a Lamp
26
Personalized Storage Tables
The OPOSSUM Design CT-01 and CT-03 Minimalist Coffee Tables are Chic
25
Colorfully Grated Outdoor Furniture
Spotkanie's Garden Furniture is Attractive and Long-Lasting
24
Flower-Shaped Parasols
'Festival of Nature' Features Beachside Umbrellas That Resemble Flowers
23
Shifting Lampshade Lights
The 'D'LIGHT' Kinetic Lighting Lamp Shifts Thanks to an Internal Motor
22
Vibrant Color-Coded Universities
Jussieu University Has Painted Each Floor a Different Pastel
21
Hybridized Home Furniture Designs
The 'Bijou' is Both a Coffee Table and a Floor Lamp
20
Multi-Purpose Minimalist Showers
This Shower Radiator Door Embodies Clean Design and Added Comfort
19
Sunset-Inspired Shelving Units
The 'Horizon Shelves' Offer a More Dynamic Design Alternative
18
Elegant Poolside Loungers
The PAL Collection Allows for Effortless Poolside Lounging
17
Island-Inspired Lighting
Seom Lighting Was Inspired by Jeju Island
16
Office-Friendly Privacy Loungers
This Lounge Chair Offers Privacy in an Open-Concept Design
15
Suspended 360-Degree Fireplaces
The GlammFire Perola Bioethanol Hanging Fireplaces are Minimalist
14
Transparent Acrylic Furniture
'Crease' is a Furniture Collection Made from One Clear Acrylic Sheet
13
Abstract Gold-Plated Light Fixtures
Sergi Ventura's Abstract Lights Feature Gold-Plated Designs
12
Tech-Inspired Programmer Offices
The Droids on Roids Office Has Icons to Identify Space Function
11
Minimalist Poolside Furniture
Nardi's Minimalist Pool Set Elicits a Sense of Luxury and Relaxation
10
Decorative Stackable Seating
The Yosemite Totem Can Be Stacked in a Variety of Different Ways
9
Shifting Sun-Inspired Floor Lamps
The 'Ra Lamp' Rises and Sets Like the Sun
8
Revived Victorian Interiors
The Cast Iron House by Shigeru Ban Seamlessly Blends Old and New
7
Platinum World Scratch Maps
This Scratch Map Features an Elegant Silver Design for a Modern Home
6
Suspended Adjustable Lamps
The Belt Icon is Suspended by a Bright Belt-Like Strap
5
Chimney-Shaped Lighting
These 'Chimney Lamps' Help to Create a Dynamic Interior
4
Bird-Inspired Coat Racks
'Myna' by GYRO is a Sleek Lamp and a Functional Coat Rack
3
Customizable Wall Shelves
The Artifox 'SHELF' Minimalist Wall Shelf Can be Set Up However You Wish
2
Inflating Origami Shapes
MIT Media Lab's 'aeroMorph' Origami Designs Form Themselves
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Inflatable LED Illuminators
The 'BLOW Me Up' Inflatable Lights Can be Hung or Leaned on a Wall
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