Category
Art & Design
Oven Aesthetics
Trend cluster
Category
Design
Upsizing
Larger-than-life versions of everyday objects in furniture design.
5.1
Trend score
Trend
What is the Design Upsizing trend?
Design Upsizing: Recent years have seen a trend in mini-sizing, in which designers were making tiny versions of products, especially food. Now, furniture designers are going in the opposite direction, enlarging things like cosmetics, game controllers and more in their furniture creations. Such "upsizing" offers a novel approach to the reinterpretation of everyday objects and gives consumers the opportunity to furnish their homes in a fun and charming way.
Trend themes
Themes within the Design Upsizing trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Upsizing in Design
Designers are creating larger-than-life versions of everyday objects in furniture design, perhaps creating opportunities for additional product customization or personalization.
02
Functional Gamer Furniture
Retro-inspired furniture designs that are functional (such as a fully functional Nintendo controller coffee table) could be a disruptive innovation within the furniture industry, creating a niche market for gamer enthusiasts.
03
Luxury-Inspired Interiors
The intersection of luxury brands and interior design could be an opportunity for interior designers to create high-end, luxurious furniture pieces inspired by cosmetics, such as Italian designer Marita Francescon's MakeUp Now! collection.
Industry implications
What the Design Upsizing trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Furniture Industry
There is room for unexpected furniture designs that incorporate functional gaming or personalization such as up-sizing everyday objects.
For
Luxury Brand Industry
Luxury interiors with cosmetic-inspired furniture designs could generate widespread interest and appeal to high-end consumers.
For
Gaming Industry
Designers can tailor furniture to gaming enthusiasts' preferences and potentially cater to an emerging niche market in the gaming industry.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Design Upsizing
Trend score 5.1 out of 10, from popularity 74%, activity 70%, freshness 8%.
Popularity74%
Activity70%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Design Upsizing trend
7 featured examples from Oct 27, 2011 to Apr 24, 2012CategoryArt & Design
100 Peculiar Pillow Finds
From Cumfy Contraceptive Cushions to Pork Chop-Shaped Headrests
CategoryArt & Design
Over-Sized Cosmetics Furniture
The MakeUp Now! Accessories are Set to Polish Your Living Rooms
The interior design industry can explore the integration of luxury cosmetic concepts into their designs, offering unique and fashion-forward home decor options.
CategoryArt & Design
Functional Gamer Furniture
The Nintendo Controller Coffee Table Boasts Fully Functional Controls
The furniture industry could create innovative gaming-inspired pieces that appeal to those looking to add a whimsical touch to their home decor.
CategoryArt & Design
Magnified Mug Sinks
Artceram Cup Washbasins Start Your Morning with an Extra Large Coffee
The bathroom fixtures industry can create a new line of novel products inspired by everyday objects, like favorite mugs, to bring a touch of whimsy to bathroom design.
CategoryArt & Design
Brainstorm-Inducing Nests
The Giant Birdsnest 4 Breeding New Ideas Can Hold Multiple People
The furniture industry can design more ergonomic and modular furniture to facilitate brainstorming sessions and boost productivity.
CategoryArt & Design
Buttered Spud Seats
The Baked Potato Bean Bag Chair is Sure to Get Your Tummy Rumbling
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new and creative ways to enhance home decor by infusing food-themed elements into furniture designs.
CategoryArt & Design
Sugary Sweet Nightlights
The Jailbreak Collective's Gummy Lamps are a Tasty Illuminator
The novelty food industry can leverage the trend of edible lighting by creating more innovative and fun edible lighting products, such as gummy bear LED lamps.
