# Natural Contemporary Cutting Boards This Chopping Board Set by Forminimal is Functional and Chic By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-10-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chopping-board-set-by-forminimal References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/chopping-board-set-by-forminimal/) & [fancy.to](http://fancy.to/br13xl) A cutting board is probably one of the last things in the kitchen you pay much attention to design-wise, but the Chopping Board Set by Forminimal is a clear game changer for those looking to add a touch of contemporary design that's also functional. Coming with three pieces in total, the Chopping Board Set by Forminimal includes two [cutting boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epicurean-bbq-board) -- one made from BPA-free polypropylene and the other from [bamboo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-kitchen-tools) -- as well as a stand that can allow the boards to be stored either horizontally or vertically. The multifaceted nature of the Chopping Board Set by Forminimal mean that when you aren't using them for preparing food that you can use them as a coaster for a container or a [serving plate for fruit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circuit) and cheese, if you so desire. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Natural Contemporary Design:** Opportunity for creating cutting boards that combine sleek contemporary design with natural materials. - **Multifunctional Kitchen Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in developing kitchen tools that can serve multiple purposes, such as using cutting boards as coasters or serving plates. - **Space-saving Storage Solutions:** Opportunity to create innovative storage options for kitchen tools, such as a stand that allows cutting boards to be stored horizontally or vertically. ### Who This Affects Most - **Kitchenware:** Innovations in the kitchenware industry that offer cutting boards with a modern design and multifunctional features. - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the home decor industry to create cutting boards that can seamlessly blend with contemporary interior design. - **Storage and Organization:** Opportunity for the storage and organization industry to develop innovative solutions for storing kitchen tools, such as a stand for cutting boards. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Preparation Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mudra-cutting-board.md) - [Multifunctional Kitchen Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latticeboard-multipurpose-kitchen-board.md) - [Expandable Construction Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexiboard.md) - [Design-Conscious Butcher Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caraway-prep-serve-butcher-block.md) - [High-Performance Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-steelport-steelcore.md) - [Intelligent Preparation Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4t7-smart-chopping-board.md) - [Intricate Wooden Serving Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-serving-board.md) - [Practical Kitchen Cookware Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prep-set.md) - [Ultra-Slick Minimalist Knife Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-knife-block.md)