# New Age Cartography The Black World Map Embraces the Aesthetics of the Contemporary Traveler By Andrew Robertson | Published 2012-04-09 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-world-map References: [coolmaterial](http://coolmaterial.com/home/black-world-map/) & [nownever.bigcartel](http://nownever.bigcartel.com/product/world-map-ver-black) The Black World Map from [Kawaii Stationary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moleskine-x-blackpink) embraces the imagery of the world explorer while adhering to modern aesthetics. The map is wall-sized and printed on paper, making it an appealing addition to any study or office. The adventurers study -- adorned in relics from past expeditions, full of [maps from various countries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-map-club) and pictures documenting the people and sites you've encountered -- sadly seems to be fading as digital media allows us to store everything on a computer and foreign lands seem to be offered to us in a cruise package or tour guided trip. While not adhering to the color tone of the [cartographic illustrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/route-66-centennial), the Black World Map's obsidian allure is an elegantly refurbished tribute to your adventures. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Minimalist Cartography:** Opportunity for creating minimalist map designs that appeal to modern aesthetics and the desire for simplicity. - **Digital Mapping Solutions:** Disruption of traditional paper maps with digital mapping solutions that offer convenience and accessibility. - **Personalized Travel Memorabilia:** Growth of personalized travel memorabilia, such as wall-sized maps, that cater to the desire for unique and stylish home decor. ### Where This Applies - **Stationery and Office Supplies:** Opportunity for creating innovative and visually appealing map designs for office and study spaces. - **Technology:** Opportunity for developing advanced digital mapping solutions that enhance the travel experience and replace traditional paper maps. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for designing and manufacturing personalized travel memorabilia items, like wall-sized maps, that align with contemporary aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Engaging Travel Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-maps.md) - [Map-Inspired Fleece Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xplorer-maps.md) - [Photo-Sharing Memory Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memorymaps.md) - [Travel Collectible Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-traveler.md) - [Uniquely Designed Artistic Wallpapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistic-wallpaper.md) - [To-Scale Interactive Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/true-size-of-countries.md) - [Historical Mapping Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pastmaps.md) - [AI-Powered Global Facts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geofacts.md) - [Interactive Mapping Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-map.md)