# Linear Furniture Turkish Design By Aykut Erol By laia martinell | Published 2007-08-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aykut-erol-design-of-the-year References: [ilkinmilano](http://www.ilkinmilano.com/aykuterol.php) & [aykuterol](http://www.aykuterol.com) "Line" by Aykut Erol won Design of The Year at the 2006 Istanbul Design Week. Line has become one of the most astonishing design proposals of recent time with its simplicity and a clever understanding of space. These [funky, Turkish racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skola) are an innovative way to [decorate halls or walls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wall-desk-1). **Implications** - Though artists often whine that everything has already been done, there is a positive side in the fact that they are forced to be much more creative. Today's open-minded artist is put in a position where creativity must be found in alternate means, such as experimentation with mediums and the integration of everyday art that is fun and functional. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Simplicity in Design:** The trend of simplicity in design allows for innovative and creative concepts that focus on minimalism and functionality. - **Creative Use of Space:** The trend of creative use of space encourages designers to think outside the box and come up with unique solutions for maximizing space efficiency. - **Functional Art:** The trend of functional art combines aesthetics with practicality, creating pieces that serve a purpose while also being visually appealing. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Design:** The furniture design industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating simplicity and creative use of space in their designs. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can embrace the trend of functional art by incorporating pieces that serve both a decorative and functional purpose in their designs. - **Art and Decor:** The art and decor industry can tap into the trend of creative use of space by offering unique and innovative pieces that optimize the use of available space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Simplistic Line-Formed Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptures-furniture.md) - [Fluid Wooden Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loop-furnitures.md) - [Curvaceous Linoleum Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linoleum-furniture-collection.md) - [Balanced Freestanding Storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ratio-series.md) - [Sleek Dynamic Steel Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foln.md) - [Modular Contemporary Shelving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qurv.md) - [Modular Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-modern-shelving.md) - [Wireframed-Based Furniture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lines-series.md) - [Storage-Centric Minimal Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kurve-furniture.md)