# Illusory Collapsed Cabinetry The Break Sideboard Appears to Have Cracked and Caved in the Middle By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-12-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/break-sideboard References: [snarkitecture](http://www.snarkitecture.com/objects/break/) There's something very stylish about faux damaged furnishings and this is exploited in the Break Sideboard. It looks as though this cupboard has caved in under its own weight and that of its contents, yet a peek inside will reveal that it is still perfectly functional. While the top of the cabinet slopes inwards and the doors seem to slump downwards, the base of the storage unit inside is actually level. The [two sets of three shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ratio-series) can hold an assortment of items upright, without the apparent risk of them toppling over. Designed by [Snarkitecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brokenaesthetic-sculpture-collection), the Break Sideboard fools with its [illusionary crookedness](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siembra-capsule) and the chic fractured effect to the inner edges of the front panels. It sinks between its silicone feet to produce a playfully deceptive optical effect that's surprisingly crisp and contemporary to look at. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, 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 - **Faux Damaged Furnishings:** Opportunity to create new decorative designs that provide a playful and visually appealing atmosphere. - **Illusionary Design:** Potential to explore new possibilities in creating optical illusions for aesthetically unique products. - **Silicone Feet:** Possibility to innovate with materials such as silicone to improve functionality and create interesting design features. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can use these illusions and materials to create unique and visually interesting furniture pieces. - **Home Decor:** Home decor industry can benefit from the versatility of the Break Sideboard to provide products that cater to consumer preferences. - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Furniture manufacturers could incorporate silicone design features to create pieces that are both functional and artful. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Broken-Aesthetic Sculpture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brokenaesthetic-sculpture-collection.md) - [Twisting CGI-Designed Sideboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookscrew-sideboard.md) - [Illusory Cracked Base Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conceptual-side-table.md) - [Curvaceous Storage-Packed Sideboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/embrace-sideboard.md) - [Twisted Wooden Boxed Sideboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deniz-aktay.md) - [Curved Base Plywood Sideboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-embrace-sideboard.md) - [Nature-Inspired Mesmerizing Sideboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genipadu-sideboard.md) - [Upcycled Object Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Cabinet-Concealed Modern Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/obelisk-3.md)