# Poverty-Resembling Cabinets The Shanty Storage Cabinet by Doshi Levien is Based on Shelters By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-03-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doshi-levien References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/shanty-doshi-levien-bd-barcelona-03-28-2014/) & [doshilevien](http://www.doshilevien.com/) Doshi Levien designed this cabinet for [BD Barcelona](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillow-sofa), and his inspiration is certainly different. Levian formed the 'Shanty Storage Cabinet' based on the accommodation in shanty towns from developing countries. Once onlookers gain this knowledge, it's easy to see the resemblance. The pieces are made from similar metal material used as roofs for shanty towns, and the entire cabinet is put together in a non-uniform kind of way. For variety, the Shanty Storage Cabinets come in two different color palettes, one being a black and white version, and the other featuring a few bright hues. Although the design is inspired by impoverished conditions, the end result still exudes quality and would look great in a children's bedroom. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/shanty-doshi-levien-bd-barcelona-03-28-2014/), [doshilevien](http://www.doshilevien.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 34% | 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) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Shanty Storage Cabinets:** Opportunity for creating furniture inspired by unconventional materials and non-uniform designs. - **Shanty Town Aesthetics:** Opportunity to incorporate the visual elements of shanty towns into various design projects. - **Colorful Poverty-inspired Designs:** Opportunity to create visually striking products that are inspired by impoverished conditions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture:** Opportunity for furniture companies to explore unconventional materials and non-uniform designs in their products. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers to incorporate shanty town aesthetics into their projects. - **Product Design:** Opportunity for product designers to create visually striking designs inspired by poverty. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Forest-Inspired Wooden Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hayashi-cabinet.md) - [Volcanic Rock-Inspired Cabinet Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuff-pencil-cabinet.md) - [Thoughtful Wheeling Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabinet-on-wheels.md) - [Stylish Oakwood Storage Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moose-cabinet.md) - [Tropical Island-Inspired Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weaver-cabinet.md) - [Modular Storage Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-storage-cabinet.md) - [Upcycled Metal Sheet Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-metal-sheet.md) - [Japanese-Inspired Cabinet Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veil-cabinets.md) - [Minimal Four-Legged Wooden Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exposure-cabinet.md)