# Simple Scandinavian Furnishings Ferm LIVING's Latest Collection Shows Ample Design Restraint By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-12-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ferm-living References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/ferm-livings-new-collection/) & [fermliving](http://www.fermliving.com/webshop/shop/new-collection/wall-wonder-lamp-2.aspx) The latest collection by Danish design studio ferm LIVING offers the best of [minimalist design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meaningful-living). The home furnishings, though sparse, are cheery, in typical [Scandinavian fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fogias-collection). In terms of prints, the collection offers geometric art prints and Art Deco-inspired typography (specially designed by Ruth Vissing). Prints, furniture, what have you; everything is inspired by Denmark-based designer Trine Andersen's surroundings. It can be hard to resist our impulse to over-decorate sometimes (all the time). Luckily, collections such as this one offered by ferm LIVING, allow us to decorate to our heart's content -- without overwhelming the space. If you're looking to create a sophisticated, habitable space, look no further than this simple, yet inspired, collection of home furnishings. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Minimalist Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative solutions and products that embrace simplicity and minimalism, catering to the growing demand for clutter-free and minimalist lifestyles. - **Geometric Art Prints:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology and customization to offer personalized and interactive geometric art prints, providing unique and immersive design experiences for consumers. - **Art Deco-inspired Typography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine traditional typography with modern digital tools to create a new wave of Art Deco-inspired typographic designs, blending nostalgia with contemporary aesthetics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Furnishings:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore sustainable materials and manufacturing processes to create eco-friendly and versatile home furnishings that align with the minimalist design trend. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Employ virtual reality (VR) or augmented reality (AR) technology to revolutionize the interior design process, allowing customers to visualize and experiment with minimalist designs in their own spaces. - **Art and Print Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop digital platforms and services that connect artists and consumers, enabling the creation and sale of customizable geometric art prints with ease and convenience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Scandinavian Home Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-little-things.md) - [Ultra-Elegant Timeless Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timeless-furniture2.md) - [Incredibly Vibrant Homeware Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-homeware.md) - [Minimalist Bedroom Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-pawson-x-tekla.md) - [Timeless Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timeless-furniture-design.md) - [Understated Elegant Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woud.md) - [Expressively Functional Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/friends-founders.md) - [Eco-Friendly Scandinavian Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verk-furniture.md) - [Life-Celebrating Colorful Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bellevie-collection.md)