# Round Segmented Shelving Kim Ji-hye Designs a Quirky Circular Bookshelf By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-06-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circular-bookshelf References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/06/24/chaos-theory-for-books/) & [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/06/24/chaos-theory-for-books/) One would think that a circular bookshelf is actually an oxymoron. How can something that holds books be the in the shape of a circle and not have horizontal shelves? You, my friend, have evidently not seen this design by Kim Ji-hye. This circular bookshelf lets bookworms place their [beloved tomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/penguin-x-moebe-book-stand) wherever they please. Whether the books are standing upright or laying down flat, this [unusual wall shelf](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelf-life) displays them in style. **Implications** - Consumers are no longer satisfied simply with the function of a product, but expect the product to also feature innovative designs. Corporations looking to differentiate their products from their competitions' may similarly consider utilizing curves as a design motif for normally angular items. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Curved Design:** Innovative designs that feature curves are becoming increasingly appealing to consumers who seek unique and visually striking products. - **Versatile Shelving:** Consumers are looking for shelving solutions that offer flexibility and allow them to display their items in different ways. - **Non-traditional Bookshelves:** There is a growing demand for bookshelves that break away from traditional horizontal shelves, providing a quirky and unconventional display option. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture:** The furniture industry has the opportunity to explore curved design elements in their products, particularly in shelving solutions. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can capitalize on the trend of non-traditional bookshelves, offering unique and eye-catching designs for bookworms and style-conscious consumers. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can incorporate versatile shelving options into their projects, providing functionality and aesthetic appeal to their clients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Book-Storing Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookgroove-bookrack.md) - [Sliding Wintery Landscape Bookshelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manhwabang-bookshelf.md) - [Sculptural Bookshelves Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-bookshelf.md) - [Dynamic Geometric Bookshelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheft.md) - [Abstract Jigsaw-Like Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectator-shelf.md) - [Room-Dividing Bookshelf Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frquence-shelf.md) - [Minimalist Bookish Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimal-bookshelf.md) - [Work-Life Balance Shelving Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/criteria-shelf.md) - [Toy Block-Inspired Wooden Bookshelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotating-picture-book.md)