# Rice Terrace-Like Cradles The Kumo Baby Crib by Sora Design is Inspired by Nature By Meghan Young | Published 2013-01-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kumo-baby-crib References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2013/01/22/baby-crib/) Although inspired by nature, people may at first mistake the [Kumo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kumo-humidifier) Baby Crib for being modeled after the Rice Terraces in the Philippines. The tiered surface that dips down into a sloping valley bring to mind the lush 'steps' of such planes. Nevertheless, it was influenced by the various shapes clouds take on. The fluid form offers the perfect home for slumbering newborns. Designed by [Sora Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sora-light), the Kumo Baby Crib is very simple aside from the tiered details. That is appropriate considering it was given a Japanese name. Fashioned out of a natural-looking material, the Kumo Baby Crib will bring a gentle vibe into nurseries. It even has the option of being hung on ropes, which are then attached to the ceiling to further the soothing quality as well as the cloud theme. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Inspired by Nature:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create products that mimic natural elements to provide a calming and soothing experience. - **Fluid Forms:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design products with organic shapes and smooth lines that evoke a sense of movement and relaxation. - **Nursery Innovation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative and functional nursery products that enhance the well-being of both babies and parents. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Baby Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce unique and aesthetically pleasing baby products that prioritize comfort and ecological materials. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transform nursery designs by incorporating natural elements and creating spaces that promote tranquility and serenity. - **Sustainable Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new eco-friendly materials to create baby cribs and furniture that are both stylish and environmentally conscious. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Multipurpose Crib Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crib-design.md) - [Ultra-Modern Infant Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-infant-furniture.md) - [Collapsible Space-Saving Child Cribs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-crib.md) - [Collapsible Flatpack Crib Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bababing-bedside-travel-crib.md) - [Toddler-Convertible Cots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parry-cot.md) - [Sleek Cradle-Transforming Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schwan.md) - [Baby-Monitoring Smart Crib Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wee-watch.md) - [Active-Care AI-Powered Cribs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yuanbeibei-intelligent-crib.md) - [Smart Cry-Detecting Baby Cribs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starling-natural-heritage.md)