# Geometric Knife Blocks The Black Diamond Knife Block's Shape is Modeled After a Rough Diamond By M | Published 2014-06-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-diamond References: [coolmaterial](http://coolmaterial.com/home/this-knife-block-is-inspired-by-a-rough-cut-diamond/) & [touchofmodern](https://www.touchofmodern.com/sales/edge-of-belgravia--9/black-diamond-knife-block-precision-4-piece-stainless-steel-set?sale=1&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Subscribers-production&utm_campaign=Daily%20Sales%202014-04-10&open=1) If you're going to dish out for [expensive knife sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-knives), it's only fair that you buy a knife block like the Black Diamond that allows you to show off those precision blades with a clear and geometric design. The Black Diamond knife block's aesthetic design was inspired by the asymmetrical look of a rough cut diamond. This [geometric knife block](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twist-collection-1) has a structural design that can hold up to 11 different knives by suspending them in floating-like knife holders. Because of the Black Diamond knife block's clear design, your knife sets will be on display for guests to look and admire at. Rather than hiding away your [stylish utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiskars-all-steel-santoku-knife), the Black Diamond knife block turns your knives into a stylish decor piece for your kitchen. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Geometric Knife Block Designs:** Innovative and asymmetrical knife block designs that double as decor pieces can offer unique opportunities for kitchen product manufacturers. - **Transparent Kitchen Accessories:** Clear, transparent designs for kitchen accessories like knife blocks can offer an on-trend, stylish solution for consumers looking to put their kitchenware on display. - **Suspended Knife Holders:** Hanging or floating knife holders, like those used in the Black Diamond knife block, can offer a space-saving and aesthetically-pleasing solution for consumers with limited counter space. ### Where This Applies - **Kitchenware Manufacturing:** Kitchenware manufacturers can leverage unique and innovative designs for knife blocks and other products to differentiate themselves in an increasingly crowded market. - **Home Decor:** Companies in the home decor industry can explore product lines that offer a dual functionality, such as the Black Diamond knife block, in order to expand their offerings and appeal to kitchen enthusiasts. - **Retail:** Retailers can offer innovative, design-forward kitchen products as a way to attract a customer base that values both form and function in their home decor choices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Angular Minimalist Knife Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-knife-block-set.md) - [Knife-Sanitizing Storage Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-knife-block.md) - [Comprehensive Contemporary Knife Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-knife-set.md) - [Magnetic D2C Knife Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/misen-modular-knife-storage.md) - [Luxe Cheese Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marble-cheese-knives.md) - [Cheese-Shaped Charcuterie Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cheese-block-with-knife.md) - [EDC Knife Display Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holme-hadfield-knife-deck.md) - [Volcanic Topography Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutlery-knives.md) - [Premium Knife Holder Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutluxe-2.md)