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# Connecting Freeform Building Blocks
The 'ArkoBlox' Wood Design Blocks are Simple to Start Using

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-05-23 | Life-Stages
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-blocks
References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/arkoblox-wood-design-blocks/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/arkoblox/arkoblox-wood-building-block-for-the-creative-mind)

The 'ArkoBlox' wood design blocks were created with [young children and parents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tokidos-playcubes) in mind in order to help everyone get involved in the building process. Featuring a [solid wooden build](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blockitecture-frank-lloyd-wright), the 'ArkoBlox' blocks are held together using metal pins that can be placed on virtually any spot on the blocks in order to create custom connections wherever they're desired. This means that anything that can be imagined can be built without having to adhere to the rules set out by other [connective building toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-education-science-kits) on the market.

The 'ArkoBlox' wood design blocks provide an endless way for kids to play and are available for pre-order in a variety of different denominations to satisfy varying preferences and needs.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.2/10
- Popularity: 54% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys)

## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Modular Building Blocks:** The 'ArkoBlox' wood design blocks showcase the trend of modular building blocks that allow for endless creativity and custom connections.
- **Open-ended Play:** The 'ArkoBlox' wood design blocks align with the trend of open-ended play, encouraging children to use their imagination and creativity.
- **Customizable Toys:** The 'ArkoBlox' wood design blocks represent the trend of customizable toys that enable users to create their own unique play experiences.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Toy Manufacturing:** The 'ArkoBlox' wood design blocks present disruptive innovation opportunities within the toy manufacturing industry, where customizable and modular toys are gaining popularity.
- **Education and Learning:** The 'ArkoBlox' wood design blocks have potential disruptive innovation applications in the education and learning sector, promoting open-ended and creative play.
- **Interior Design and Home Decor:** The 'ArkoBlox' wood design blocks offer disruptive innovation prospects in the interior design and home decor industry, allowing for customizable and versatile furniture and decor pieces.

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