# Hovering Basins Dutch Firm A-Ha Creates the 'Hanging Kitchen Series' By Brian G Randles | Published 2010-10-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hanging-kitchen References: [curatedmag](http://www.curatedmag.com/news/2010/10/18/kitchen-by-a-ha/) & [framemag](http://www.framemag.com/portfolios/15768/663035/Kitchen-By-A-HA.html) Although you'd like your kitchen to have a sleek, floating ambiance, you'd probably also want it to be solid enough to keep your cooking woes at bay. Well not to worry my kitchen-confused *compadre*, Dutch firm A-Ha has made it their mission with the 'Hanging Kitchen Series' to prove that [concrete](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ancora) can be just as aesthetically enticing as it is sturdy. By mixing in a bit of [glass and wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loop-furnitures), A-ha's 'Hanging Kitchen Series' has brought a unique and fresh look [kitchen decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/integrated-kitchen-appliance). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Concrete Kitchens:** A trend of mixing concrete with glass and wood in kitchen design creates visually appealing and robust kitchen decor options. - **Hanging Kitchen Series:** A trend of utilizing hanging kitchen fixtures creates sleek and modern kitchen designs. - **Floating Ambiance:** A trend of creating a floating illusion in kitchen design provides a refreshing aesthetic and homey feel. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can capitalize on the use of concrete in kitchens, and incorporate it into living spaces. - **Home Appliance:** The home appliance industry can collaborate with kitchen designers and create innovative appliances that fit the sleek look of hanging kitchens. - **Construction:** The construction industry can leverage this trend to create strong and durable kitchen fixtures that aid in modernizing designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Afromosia Wood-Defined Dutch Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dab-studio.md) - [Playful Concrete Wash Basins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kast-wave-collection.md) - [Elegant Kitchen Sink Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-sink-system.md) - [Reinventive Modern Kitchen Sinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-kitchen.md) - [Floating Component Dining Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-top-chair.md) - [Ultra-Modern Freestanding Sinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freestanding-sink.md) - [Compact Kitchen Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-kitchen-furniture.md) - [Minimalist Modular Kitchens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensient-cosmetic-technologies.md) - [Space-Conscious Kitchen Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-kitchen-design.md)