Jessica Marcel
Assistant Editor
San Diego, CA · Member since Jun 2009
1,048Published Articles
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Jessica is a writer and artist living in San Diego, CA. She's lived in New York, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., and Madrid, Spain, and she loves to travel and see new places. Her passions include staying on top of pop culture and learning as much as she can about the world.
She is currently studying for a Master's degree in Communication and is thrilled to be part of the Trendhunter team!
She is currently studying for a Master's degree in Communication and is thrilled to be part of the Trendhunter team!
Featured Ideas
Color Contrast Coffee Tables
The Pebble Table by Demacker DesignContrast Furniture — Designing furniture pieces that combine contrasting elements such as colors, materials or textures to create a dynamic visual experience for customers.
Minimalist Home Offices
The Slim Office by Bertjan Pot Eliminates the ExtraneousMinimalist Workstations — An opportunity to design minimalist workstations that are versatile and aesthetic
Morbidly Romantic Wall Decals
Hannah Stouffer Combines Love and Death in 'El Arbol de Amor'Morbid Art — The trend of blending death with love or daily life can be capitalized on to create products and services for those fascinated by macabre art.
Flummoxing Furniture
Petar Zaharinov Boggles the Mind With His Burr Puzzle TableInterlocking Furniture Designs — Designing furniture with complex systems of interlocking pieces presents an opportunity for creating unique and challenging pieces that appeal to both functional needs and entertainment.
Raw Refined Tableware
Crudo Collection by Atipico Italian Design Shows Beauty in Raw MaterialsRaw Materials in Design — The Crudo Collection showcases the beauty and appeal of using raw materials in design, opening up opportunities for other designers to explore this aesthetic.
Newspaper Circulation Boosts
The London Evening Standard Goes Gratis After 182 YearsFree Newspaper Distribution — The London Evening Standard's decision to offer their newspaper for free highlights the trend of newspapers experimenting with alternative business models.
Video Game Chores
Denmark University Creates Wiimote-Operated LawnmowerWiimote-Operated Devices — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the potential of using Wiimote technology to operate various devices and appliances.
Minimalist Circular Tubs
The Inout Bathtub by Benedini Associates is a Simple CircleMinimalist Tubs — The trend towards minimalist design in home furnishings and decor is creating opportunities for simple tub designs like Benedini Associates' Inout Bathtub.
Contemporary Camping Homes
Connect With Nature (without the Bugs) in the Pryor House by Bates MasiElevated Glamping — Designing high-end camping experiences that offer luxury amenities in secluded natural settings.
Communication Via Fingertip
HR Burton Gloves Provide Music, Phone for SnowboardersSmart Gloves — The integration of technology into gloves allows for convenient access to music and communication, catering to the needs of outdoor enthusiasts.
Collapsible Toy Chairs
The 'Miniature Lazy Chair' by Fresh West for LaikinglandFunctional On-The-Go Products — Creating functional products that can be used conveniently while on the go.
Caffeinated Cocoa Creations
Leo Burnett Markets Kofli Chocolate With Coffee InsideMulti-functional Products — The demand for products that offer a wide range of functions is increasing, catering to consumers' busy lifestyles.Q&A with Jessica
What is unique that's not in your bio?
I read a ridiculous amount every day. I often run out of things to read on the websites I visit on a daily basis and I'm always looking for the next cool thing.
How do you define cool?
Some degrees lower than lukewarm.
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
Keeping my eyes open and finding things that excite me, because if I'm excited then I know other people will be too.
What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?
The best thing about Trend Hunter is the community. Thousands and thousands of people come together to share their own interests and see what's new in our world.
What is your favorite trend?
I love trends that combine advanced technology with retro style.
How do you reset to be creative?
Coffee. Chocolate. Caffeine. Repeat.
What inspires or excites you?
I'm inspired by success in all forms, by people who follow their passions, and by great artists. As for exciting, costume parties, Ferraris, and breaking news all get my attention.
Predict something awesome for 2020?
Bullet trains being built in every major American city. Getting from LA to San Francisco in under two hours (and not dealing with airport security), and hopping on a train from New York to Philadelphia just to meet someone for lunch.
Author Categories
Snaking Stainless Steel Seats
Surreal Folk Art
At-Home Coffee Covers
Interactive Avian Lighting
Color Contrast Coffee Tables
Definitive Design Retrospectives
Easter Rabbit Purses
Adorable Eggshell Art
Morbid Easter Accessories
Jailhouse Home Decor
Perfectly Staged Lamps
Modern Cabin Architecture
Gnarly Neon Lighting
Multi-Generational Home Design
Instructional Fire Containers
Fire-Breathing Dragon Accessories
Existential Furniture Exhibits
Collapsible Toy Chairs
Ticker Tape Storytelling
Shipping Container Homes
Internationally Designed Embroidery
Super Spaceship Lighting
Misplaced Modern Architecture
Awesome Ascending Furniture
Playful Pacific Northwest Photography
Floor-Covering Mashups
Deliriously Delicate Drawings
Bold Botanical Illustrations
Colorblasted Geometric Art
Ghoulishly Eerie Photography
Super Surreal Absract Art
Anthropomorphic Avian Art
Abstract Musical Tribute Art
Manifestations of Mixed Media
Ferocious Feather Sculptures
