Harbor 051 Trolley Stacks and Rotates Like Shipping Containers
Amy Duong — January 30, 2026 — Art & Design
References: yankodesign
The Harbor 051 trolley stacks and rotates like shipping containers at a port by borrowing logistic logic from Busan Port and applying it to movable furniture that adapts within living spaces. Designed by Ho joong Lee and Ho taek Lee, Harbor 051 consists of four container-like storage boxes arranged on a wheeled base, each capable of pivoting around a shared vertical axis so modules can remain compact or swing out sideways for easier access.
A vertical mast rising from the top of the trolley is capped with a horizontal beam that doubles as an integrated lamp, creating an ancillary lighting function alongside storage. The mast and beam also act as a visual anchor, giving the unit a clear front and a sense of direction when placed in a room. The trolley’s colour palette: deep blue containers, bright yellow mast and a red top module, references cranes, sea and local flora from Busan’s harbour environment.
Image Credit: Ho joong Lee, Ho taek Lee
A vertical mast rising from the top of the trolley is capped with a horizontal beam that doubles as an integrated lamp, creating an ancillary lighting function alongside storage. The mast and beam also act as a visual anchor, giving the unit a clear front and a sense of direction when placed in a room. The trolley’s colour palette: deep blue containers, bright yellow mast and a red top module, references cranes, sea and local flora from Busan’s harbour environment.
Image Credit: Ho joong Lee, Ho taek Lee
Trend Themes
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Logistics-inspired Home Design — Combining logistical strategies with domestic furniture design allows for flexible solutions that optimize space and function in modern living environments.
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Modular Multifunctional Furniture — The integration of lighting and storage in a single unit addresses the demand for multifunctionality in urban furniture design, maximizing utility without enlarging footprint.
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Color-coded Functional Aesthetics — Utilizing vibrant colors tied to logistics and industrial themes enhances visual appeal while maintaining reference to the inspiration source, merging function with decorative elements.
Industry Implications
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Home Furnishings — Adapting logistics principles in furniture design offers a new way to address space constraints and functionality in compact urban homes.
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Interior Lighting — The inclusion of integrated lighting within furniture pieces responds to the rising demand for innovative light solutions that complement the primary function of home products.
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Urban Living Solutions — Designing adaptable and space-efficient storage furniture specifically for urban apartments aligns with the ongoing trend towards more compact and flexible living solutions.
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