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Top 30 Modern Ideas in March

From Efficient Apartment Cubes to Elaborate Cocktail Apparatuses

— April 1, 2017 — Art & Design
As the March 2017 modern trends reveal, contemporary design can run the gamut from space-saving solutions to aesthetically pleasing contraptions. In other words, modern design is being used to solve everyday problems, but it also serves an artistic purpose.

On the more practical side, modern design has been used to solve one of the biggest modern-day dilemmas: saving space. With homes getting smaller and smaller, there is a constant need for new products that can help consumers make the most of their tiny dwellings. Some of these innovative space-saving designs include the Kammerspiel apartment cube, the Daydream lounging chair and the BONBA Studio's desk-embedded bedroom set.

Of course, not all modern pieces help to save on space. As the March 2017 modern trends reveal, some contemporary pieces are more about pushing the limits of design than about functionality. One example of this phenomenon is the Nomon Punto y Coma I Pendulum Clock, which features only hands and no numbers.
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Adaptable Light Bulbs
Adaptable Light Bulbs
'Ketra' Mimics the Gentle Changing of Natural Light Indoors
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Slender Steel Flame Torches
Slender Steel Flame Torches
The 'Niall' Steel Flame Torch Produces a Warm Glow Indoors or Outdoors
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Reinvented Record Players
Reinvented Record Players
'LOVE' is a Modern Turntable That is Enhanced with Smart Features
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27
Surrealist VR Exhibitions
Surrealist VR Exhibitions
Sotheby's is Using a Virtual Reality Art Experience to Drive Sales
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Air-Cleaning Pendant Lamps
Air-Cleaning Pendant Lamps
The 'Cookiray BE' Removes Food Odors During Table Cooking
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Bioclimatic Asian Architecture
Bioclimatic Asian Architecture
'T3 Architecture Asia' Has Developed a Green Method of Keeping Cool
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Conjoined Concrete Illuminators
Conjoined Concrete Illuminators
The 'Boulders' Bold Pendant Light Takes on a Stone Aesthetic
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Cascading Coffee Brewers
Cascading Coffee Brewers
The 'Cascade' Kitchen Coffee Maker Turns Brewing into Artwork
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Aeronautics-Inspired Coffee Makers
Aeronautics-Inspired Coffee Makers
The 'Dot/Dot' Coffee Pod Machine Looks Worthy of the ISS
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Hanging Faceless Wall Clocks
Hanging Faceless Wall Clocks
The Nomon Punto y Coma I Pendulum Clock Features Only Hands
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Anti-Fatigue Floor Mats
Anti-Fatigue Floor Mats
The Sitskie 'Airea' Wood Mat Undulates to Ensure Optimal Comfort
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Twisting Illumination Lamps
Twisting Illumination Lamps
The 'Lyrea' Glowing Lamp Directs Light in Different Directions
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Brass Instrument Chandeliers
Brass Instrument Chandeliers
The Delightfull 'Botti' Chandelier Ceiling Light Fixture is Ornate
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Birdhouse Bedside Tables
Birdhouse Bedside Tables
These Bedside Tables from Siebring & Zoetmulder Design are Cute
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Plant Garden Furniture
Plant Garden Furniture
The Coltura 'Sunshelf' Wood Shelves Have LEDs to Support Plant Life
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Levitating Home Decor
Levitating Home Decor
The Brand Levitating X Offers Gravity-Defying Homeware
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Skeletal Branch Lamps
Skeletal Branch Lamps
The 'Bicho' Floor Standing Lamps Draw Inspiration from Wild Animals
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Modular Designer Notebooks
Modular Designer Notebooks
The 'NoteBook Modular' Portfolio Folder Keeps Papers Organized and Neat
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Illuminating Bottle Lamps
Illuminating Bottle Lamps
The Karman 'Bacco' Rechargeable Lamps is Suitable for the Dinner Table
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Wooden Water Droplet Tables
Wooden Water Droplet Tables
The Day-Studios 'Drops' Wooden Coffee Tables Have a Liquid Aesthetic
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Ambient Living Space Lamps
Ambient Living Space Lamps
The 'Ova' Living Room Floor Lamp Provides Passive Illumination
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Canopy-Covered Coast Homes
Canopy-Covered Coast Homes
The Tent House Transitions for Different Weather Conditions
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Flatpack 3D Lamps
Flatpack 3D Lamps
The Aura LED Table Desk Lamp Creates the Illusion of a Traditional Lamp
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Adjustable Backrest Sofas
Adjustable Backrest Sofas
The 'Beatle' Convertible Couch Shifts and Moves for Different Needs
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Elaborate Cocktail Apparatuses
Elaborate Cocktail Apparatuses
'TWIST by Pinch' is Pinch Food Design's New Cocktail Service
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Architectural Fabric Installations
Architectural Fabric Installations
Do Ho Suh's Art at the Victoria Miro Gallery Explores Space
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Modular Storage Kitchens
Modular Storage Kitchens
The 'SOUL' Kitchen Layout Offers Adjustable Space for Storage
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Desk-Embedded Bed Furniture
Desk-Embedded Bed Furniture
This Small Bedroom Furniture Piece Combines Necessary Items
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Efficient Apartment Cubes
Efficient Apartment Cubes
The 'Kammerspiel' Apartment Living Unit Increases Overall Organization
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Modern Flatpack Loungers
Modern Flatpack Loungers
The 'Daydream' Lounging Chair Features a Criss-Cross Design
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