# Magnetized Wooden Shelving Clic by Francois Beautour is Made with Metal Objects in Mind By Meghan Young | Published 2013-07-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clic-by-francois-beautour References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/clic-multifunctional-shelf-by-francois-beautour/) & [initialact](http://initialact.com/) Clic by Francois Beautour, a designer based in Paris, France, is a clean and simple [shelving unit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelf-life) perfect for front entrances. Enhanced with an equally basic mirror, the main attraction nevertheless remains unseen. The wooden shelf has been powerfully [magnetized](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shearing-magnetic-absorption) to allow people to stick any metal objects on, around and even below it. This is especially convenient when it comes to keys. If used at the office, it can also be handy for USBs and more. Of course, the shelf can also hold non-metal objects as well. Made by hand, Clic by Francois Beautour is a limited edition piece. Considering how [minimalist and modern the design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelving-unit-01) is, it won't be surprising if the French designer has had his fair share of requests for the design. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 8% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Minimalist Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation lies in creating innovative and functional products with a minimalist design aesthetic. - **Magnetic Shelving:** There is potential for disruption in the market by developing magnetic shelving systems that allow for easy attachment of objects. - **Handcrafted Limited Editions:** Disruptive innovation can be found in creating handcrafted limited edition products that appeal to niche markets seeking unique and exclusive designs. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture:** The furniture industry can explore disruptive innovation by integrating magnetic technology into shelving units, offering enhanced functionality and convenience. - **Home Decor:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation exist in the home decor industry by incorporating magnetic features into products, providing customizable and adaptable solutions for consumers. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunities can be found in interior design by utilizing magnetic shelving systems to create versatile and adaptable spaces that cater to individual needs and preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Folding Steel Shelving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pli-steel-wall-shelf.md) - [Customizable Style-Conscious Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ledoux-modular-shelf-system.md) - [Removable Plate Shelving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gere-multifunctional-crockery-shelf.md) - [Modular Magnetic Wall Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wall-organizer-concept.md) - [Modular Organized Shelving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unit-shelving-system.md) - [Discreet Folding Shelf Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-shelf.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) - [Clock-Accented Shelf Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omega-shelf.md)