# Angle-Mirrored Bookcases The Lean Book Shelf by Monocomplex Sports an Ombre Color Palette By Meghan Young | Published 2012-11-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lean-book-shelf References: [plusmood](http://plusmood.com/2012/11/lean-bookshelf-monocomplex-design-studio/) & [monocomplex](http://monocomplex.com/work_furniture_lean_fur.html) The Lean Book Shelf looks as though it is leaning against a mirrored wall. Nevertheless, that is not the case at all, although the illusion created may be the reason behind its name. In reality, it simply boasts [bilateral symmetry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zigzag-collection) in which the angle of each is mimicked by the other rather than continued through. Designed by Monocomplex, a studio based in Seoul, South Korea, each side of the Lean Book Shelf is angled in such a way as to make it appear as though it were being pulled in two different downward directions. The books may be [leaning away from each other](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ratio-series), but this creates a visually stimulating aesthetic. The Lean Book Shelf also sports a [monochromatic ombre color palette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ledge-shelf), slowly going from light grey to black, top to bottom. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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 - **Bilateral Symmetry Illusions:** Incorporating bilateral symmetry illusions into furniture design can create visually stimulating aesthetics. - **Ombre Color Palettes:** Using monochromatic ombre color palettes can add depth and character to furniture design. - **Lean-effect Furniture:** Designing furniture to create a lean-effect can be a unique way to generate interest and intrigue in a product. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Design:** Furniture designers can incorporate bilateral symmetry illusions and ombre color palettes to enhance their products' appeal. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can use lean-effect furniture to create unique and eye-catching spaces for their clients. - **Home Decor Retail:** Home decor retailers can look into incorporating lean-effect furniture with bilateral symmetry illusions and ombre color palettes to stand out from competitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sliding Wintery Landscape Bookshelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manhwabang-bookshelf.md) - [Twisting Donut-Shaped Bookshelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hullabaloo-bookshelf.md) - [Abstract Jigsaw-Like Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectator-shelf.md) - [Dynamic Geometric Bookshelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheft.md) - [Dynamic Architecturally Strong Bookshelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dogma.md) - [Bookcase-Equipped Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/low-wall-side-table.md) - [Speaker-Inspired Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lloyd-tex.md) - [Clock-Accented Shelf Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omega-shelf.md) - [Book-Storing Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookgroove-bookrack.md)