# Domestic Design Exhibits ‘Bent Out of Shape' Explores Canada's Contribution to Design By Tiana Reid | Published 2010-07-14 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bent-out-of-shape References: [fastcodesign](http://www.fastcodesign.com/1661901/canadian-design-beyond-moose-and-maple-syrup-kinda) & [dx.org](http://www.dx.org) 'Bent Out of Shape' is an exhibit at the Design Exchange in Toronto that explores Canada's post-war contribution to [industrial design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindcraft-project). With themes ranging from technology, invention, social change and [home decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-objects-we-live-by), Canada has contributed more to the international design scene than you think. Did you know [Canadian](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canadian-tea-towel) Fred Moffatt invented the first electric kettle? There's many more Canuck design facts to learn at the 'Bent Out of Shape' Design Exchange exhibit. **Implications** - Consumers are appreciative of products related to their geographic residency because they feel these items represent a significant part of their identity. They will, in turn, purchase these items to support and proliferate their the location being represented. Corporations looking to entice consumers into buying their wares may consider utilizing geographic references in their products' physical design. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Geographic Residency Products:** Opportunity for corporations to incorporate geographic references in their products' physical design to entice consumers. - **Post-war Industrial Design:** Exploring Canada's contribution to post-war industrial design presents opportunities for new and innovative design concepts. - **Identity-driven Purchases:** Consumers are more likely to purchase products that they feel represent a significant part of their identity, creating opportunities for personalized and identity-focused designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Products:** Incorporating geographic references in consumer products' design can attract customers and drive sales. - **Design Exhibitions:** Showcasing post-war industrial design in exhibitions allows for the exploration of new design concepts and the creation of disruptive innovations in the field. - **Home Decor:** The demand for identity-driven home decor products presents opportunities for designers and businesses to create personalized and unique design offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Industrial Design Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-burger.md) - [Mid-Century Furniture Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intersections-exhibition.md) - [Norwegian Design Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeitgeist-20.md) - [Abstract Toronto Home Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elte-fine-art.md) - [Sustainability-Focused Design Exhibitins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearson-lloyd.md) - [Scotland-Honoring Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/under-one-roof-exhibition.md) - [Immersive Design Studio Showcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaping-lasting-design.md) - [Danish Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expressions-of-character.md) - [Object Design-Explorative Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apartamento-secreto.md)