# Vertical Compartment Gardens cElements by Michael Hilgers is a Clever Way to Store and Sun Herbs By Amelia Roblin | Published 2012-02-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celements-by-michael-hilgers References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/45996/) & [manufactum.de](http://www.manufactum.de/pflanzgeruest-celements-p1449666/?c=194673) Reminiscent of the [IKEA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herb-storage-container) Expedit series of shelves, cElements by Michael Hilgers takes on a five by five structure of cubic voids, but it's absent of any ledges. With a framework of galvanized steel rebar, it has been designed to suspend [squared flower boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hemisphere) in an unusual sort of way. The thin but sturdy horizontal rods are hooked by the rims of the powder-coated steel planters so that they seem to float within the gridded scaffolding, neatly framed by the defining lines of one of the 25 compartments. The arrangement allows you to freely install greenery in the vertical direction, making it easier to tend to your herbs without having to bend over. Another great benefit to cElements by Michael Hilgers is the way that the unit can act as a divider. When placed upon a balcony or porch, it can function as a [privacy partition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bisley), all the while providing tiers of spaces for the sunlight to penetrate each flower pot. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Vertical Gardening:** The cElements design presents an opportunity for vertical gardening, allowing for efficient use of space and easier maintenance of plants. - **Modular Storage Systems:** The cElements structure demonstrates the potential for modular storage systems, providing a versatile solution for organizing and displaying items. - **Privacy Partitions:** The cElements unit can be used as a privacy partition, offering a creative and functional way to divide spaces while incorporating greenery. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home and Garden:** The cElements design can disrupt the home and garden industry by offering a space-saving and visually appealing solution for growing plants. - **Furniture and Interior Design:** The modular and customizable nature of cElements opens up opportunities for innovative furniture and interior design concepts. - **Urban Planning and Architecture:** The cElements unit can be integrated into urban spaces to enhance privacy and introduce greenery, revolutionizing the way urban areas are divided and designed. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Architecture-Inspired Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetment-vegetable-cultivator.md) - [Gardening Furniture Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verda-garden.md) - [Smart Indoor Hydroponics Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-modular-indoor-hydroponics-garden-grow-vegetables-and-herbs-automatic.md) - [Building Block Gardening Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-planterior.md) - [Handle-Equipped Planter Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-plant-shelf.md) - [Space-Saving Hydroponic Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-hydroponic-garden-tower.md) - [Four-in-One Herb Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harry-herbs-indoor-herb-garden.md) - [Furniture-Inspired Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-garden-system.md) - [Self-Watering Compact Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patella-crescenda.md)