Trend Hunter has published articles about the many different forms of graffiti before; we have even published an article about graffiti furniture.
Commissioned by furniture designer Douglas Homer, the graffiti that is featured on the vintage highboy covers was designed by CEC, who is a known graffiti artist from the Bronx, New York.
Animal New York notes that "the project aims to combine elements of new and old. This pairing of conflicting cultural and stylistic languages helps to resuscitate both the object and the image, giving them new life."
Street Art-Inspired Furniture
Graffiti-Embellished Cupboards
Trend Themes
1. Graffiti-inspired Design - There is opportunity for furniture and interior designers to incorporate graffiti-inspired designs into their products and bring new life to old objects.
2. Vintage Rejuvenation - Embellishing vintage furniture with modern designs is a trend that can bring new life to old pieces and appeal to those who appreciate the retro aesthetic.
3. Artistic Collaboration - Collaborating with artists to bring unique designs to furniture can create disruptive innovations that appeal to a wider range of consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - Furniture designers can incorporate graffiti-inspired designs on vintage or modern pieces, creating value-added products.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers can use graffiti-inspired furniture as a statement piece for clients who appreciate street art and want unique designs in their homes.
3. Art and Design Collaboration - Collaborating with graffiti artists to create furniture designs can disrupt the traditional furniture design industry by bringing fresh and unique designs to the market.