# Lush Ludicrous Furniture Exhibits Misha Kahn's Furnishing Lends Itself to Adorably Absurd Design By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-03-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/absurd-design References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2019/03/05/misha-kahn-just-around-the-bend-exhibition-los-angeles/) & [mbart](https://www.mbart.com/) Absurd design is one way to describe Misha Kahn's creations, otherworldly maximalism is another. The creative's 'Just Around the Bend' exhibition is currently on display at the M + B gallery in West Hollywood. The showcase puts the focus on a number of the designer's [daring, boundary-challenging furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bells-whistles) — from the [multi-colorful intertwined couch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draga-aurel1) to the fur-boosting wall mirror. With her absurd designs, Misha Kahn challenges form and harmony. Instead of subscribing to the user-friendly, clean-cut, contemporary furniture that is popular today, she engages in a "practice [that] is grounded in contradiction." The silhouettes of her pieces are deeply rooted in [challenging the status quo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pratone-chair) and serve as an expressive tool that enables imagination and involves objects with a character that is "constantly evolving [in] personality." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Absurd Design:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Explore the market for unconventional and whimsical furniture designs that challenge the norm and appeal to those seeking unique, statement pieces. - **Maximalism:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Tap into the growing demand for bold, eccentric furniture pieces that embrace vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and unconventional materials. - **Expressive Furniture:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop furniture designs that go beyond functionality and serve as artistic expressions, allowing individuals to personalize their living spaces with pieces that have evolving personalities. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Interior Design:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Rethink traditional interior design practices and offer clients innovative and unconventional approaches to furnishing their spaces. - **Home Décor:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Create a new niche in the home décor market by offering unique, playful, and eye-catching furniture pieces that cater to individuals seeking to make a bold statement in their homes. - **Art Galleries:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Collaborate with artists like Misha Kahn to showcase boundary-challenging furniture exhibitions, bridging the gap between art and functional design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Norm-Challenging Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiggle-collection.md) - [Oblong Color-Blocked Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meritalia-morphologica-collection.md) - [Dynamic Joint Furniture Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/please-sit-for-the-alternate-ending.md) - [Playful Toy-Like Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frunchroom-furniture-collection.md) - [Unconventional Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-miami-2024.md) - [Experimental Furniture Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mise-en-abymes.md) - [American Art Furniture Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-art-furniture.md) - [Celebratory Odd Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ridiculous-design.md) - [Cutting-Edge Wearable Furnishings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuttingedge-wearable-furnishings-mcm-wearable-casa-intersects-luxury-fashio.md)