# DIY Organization Decor These Stacked Dowel Shelves Embrace Simple Design Details By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-09-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dowel-shelves References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/diy-stacked-dowel-shelving/) & [apartmenttherapy](http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/apartment-therapys-january-cure-2014-197811) Display potted plants, decorative objects or even your dirty winter boots on these stacked dowel shelves that are both a fun and easy DIY decor project. If you live in a small space and you're in need of a [home organization solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-storage) that is both chic and inexpensive, you'll love this project from Apartment Therapy. These [modular dowel shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cozey) are made from a combination of oak and square dowels that are cut, measured and drilled intricately. Once fitted together, the [handmade storage systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-modern-shelving) are glued in place and displayed wherever a home owner sees fit. The accessories are a neutral home decor accent that is understated, elegant and easy to personalize according to one's look and size preferences. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Modular DIY Decor:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop alternative DIY decor projects that offer modular and customizable solutions for home organization. - **Inexpensive Home Decor:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create cost-effective home decor options that are chic, personalized, and suitable for small spaces. - **Handmade Storage Systems:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Design innovative handmade storage systems using unconventional materials or techniques. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor Industry:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Introduce new products and services in the home decor industry that cater to the growing demand for affordable and customizable organization solutions. - **DIY Industry:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop DIY kits, tools, and platforms that empower individuals to easily create their own stylish and functional home organization solutions. - **Furniture Industry:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Combine traditional furniture with DIY elements to create multifunctional and space-saving storage solutions for both residential and commercial environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Customizable Style-Conscious Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ledoux-modular-shelf-system.md) - [Adaptable Flat-Pack Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-pack-shelving.md) - [L-Shaped Stacked Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loft-shelf.md) - [Japanese Woodwork-Inspired Shelving Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altitude-shelving.md) - [Modular Configuration Shelving Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repisa-01.md) - [Simple Assembly Sustainable Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/svolta.md) - [Living Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treevive.md) - [Modular Contemporary Shelving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qurv.md) - [Versatile Modern Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/utility-shelf.md)