The images above are of the 'Barbarians' collection Fernando and Humberto Campana designed for Edra. Although the entire line is inspired by the rugged lifestyles of our barbarian ancestors, it's the Cousin Itt-looking storage unit that's captured my attention.
The storage unit is covered in raffia, which serves to conceal the cabinet's contents and add visual appeal.
Implications - Edra wanted a collection that would boast a "contemporary twist to the theme of natural materials and colors." One of the main focuses on the furniture pieces was color, featuring a range from shiny metallic gold to earthy neutrals. You can definitely tell the Barbarians collection has a caveman feel to it that would certainly make for interesting home decor.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Natural Materials in Furniture
- Expanding the use of natural materials in furniture design is a disruptive innovation opportunity for the industry.
- Concealing Storage Units
- Developing storage units that creatively conceal their contents presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in furniture design.
- Caveman-inspired Home Decor
- Creating home decor with a caveman aesthetic offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for the home accessories industry.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Furniture Design
- The furniture design industry can explore natural materials and concealed storage units to drive disruptive innovation.
- Interior Design
- The interior design industry can incorporate caveman-inspired home decor to add a unique and disruptive element to spaces.
- Home Accessories
- Disruptive innovation in the home accessories industry can involve developing products with a caveman-inspired aesthetic.
