# Shield-Inspired Children's Decor These Children's Storage Units Resemble Medieval Motifs By Jana Pijak | Published 2016-03-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/childrens-storage References: [brideandwolfe.au](http://www.brideandwolfe.com.au/collections/the-mesh-series/products/mesh-shield) These children's storage units from Bride & Wolfe boast a shield-shaped design and are gender-neutral in their overall aesthetic. Resembling medieval motifs, the [wall shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pli-steel-wall-shelf) are available in bright green and blue styles and are crafted from a durable and [powder-coated steel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multidrawer). Each children's storage unit boasts a perforated style and is easy to fasten to any flat surface. Featuring two tiered shelving surfaces, these wall accessories are ideal for storing loose objects like small figurines, toys and other trinkets. In addition to clearing up a compact kid's room, these shelving solutions are also a great addition to cluttered hallways and study areas that are in need of some additional storage space. Each of these items is also affordable to boot and will grow with kids as they get older. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Shield-inspired Children's Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing storage units with unique and playful shapes that appeal to children. - **Gender-neutral Aesthetics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating gender-neutral designs in children's decor to move away from traditional stereotypes. - **Powder-coated Steel Furniture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing durable and long-lasting furniture options using powder-coated steel for enhanced functionality. ### Who This Affects Most - **Children's Furniture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Rethinking the design and functionality of children's furniture to better cater to their needs and interests. - **Home Organization:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing innovative storage solutions that are aesthetically pleasing and also help declutter spaces. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating unique and unconventional design elements, like medieval motifs, into interior decor to create distinctive and memorable spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Storage-Display Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelf-life.md) - [Dedicated Student Storage Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-furniture-design.md) - [Sandbox-Like Modular Storage Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-storage-cabinet1.md) - [Living Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treevive.md) - [Contemporary Playroom Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/randle-wall-climbing-handle.md) - [Toy Block-Inspired Wooden Bookshelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotating-picture-book.md) - [Discreet Folding Shelf Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-shelf.md) - [Independence-Encouraging Toy Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toy-storage-box.md) - [Customizable Storage Furniture Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelved-modular-furniture.md)