# Modernized Organization Seeking to maintain aesthetics, consumers turn to minimalist storage units. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published May 6, 2014 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/modernized-organization ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.2/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Modernized Organization trend? **Modernized Organization:** While traditional storage units offer homeowners practical methods of organization, the overbearing framework can make modern aesthetics hard to achieve. Seeking methods of at-home efficiency without sacrificing contemporary appeal, consumers are turning to minimalist storage units to allow for seamless interior integration. These subtle storage designs speak to a desire for practical, yet aesthetically enhanced organizational methods in day-to-day living, especially when living in highly condensed areas during these overpopulated times. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Sep 26, 2013 to Feb 12, 2014 - Published: May 6, 2014 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Modernized Organization trend ### Minimalist Home Design Consumers are turning to minimalist storage designs to achieve practical yet aesthetically enhanced organizational methods and seamless interior integration. ### Modular Furniture Modular furniture with independent compartments and sliding doors allow continuous reconfiguration to accommodate variable storage needs. ### Wall-Mounted Storage Vertical storage systems that can be installed on walls to declutter homes, especially in small living spaces. ## What the Modernized Organization trend means for industry ### For Home Decor and Design Industry Innovation opportunities lie in the design of aesthetically enhanced organizational storage solutions that are both functional and stylish. ### For Modular Furniture Industry There are opportunities for further innovation in modular furniture design that is adaptable, customizable, and functional with ever-changing storage needs. ### For Smart Home and IoT Industry Development of smart storage solutions that are integrated with IoT technology to automate and optimize storage management. ## Trend signals for Modernized Organization Trend score 3.2 out of 10, from popularity 27%, activity 61%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 27% - Activity: 61% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Modernized Organization trend 6 featured examples from Sep 26, 2013 to Feb 12, 2014. - [Crisp Contemporary Cubbies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manhattan-cabinet): The Manhattan Cabinet Brings Skyscraper Silhouettes to Interior Spaces (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Furniture companies can innovate on design, materials, and functionality to create trendy, minimalist furniture pieces for modern urban living spaces. - [Minimalist Rocking Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/u-stool): The U Stool is Fun, Comfy and Boasts a Place for Storage (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Designing furniture pieces that are innovative and aesthetically pleasing while also addressing consumer needs for functionality and versatility. - [Swiveling Crescent Storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moon-dresser): The Moon Dresser Has Compartments that Orbit for Your Convenience (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace the development and production of innovative storage solutions in the furniture industry to cater to evolving consumer preferences and e… - [Transforming Minimalist Escritoires](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swish-console-desk): The Swish Console Desk Has a Hidden Track to Conceal Clutter (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunities could include collaborating with designers to create innovative furniture pieces that cater to the growing demand for minimalist design and hid… - [Wall-Mounted Storage Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/line-coatrack): The Line Coatrack Has No Footprint and Promises to Declutter Your Home (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Develop wall-mounted storage solutions and vertical storage systems to help declutter homes and apartments. - [Mod Block Game Cabinetry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cupboard): This Cupboard Houses Cubbies that Alternatingly Conceal and Reveal (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating reconfigurable and visually dynamic design elements into furniture manufacturing processes. ## Recent trend clusters - 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