# Crisp Contemporary Cubbies The Manhattan Cabinet Brings Skyscraper Silhouettes to Interior Spaces By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-12-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manhattan-cabinet References: [archidesignclub](http://www.archidesignclub.com/magazine/rubriques/design/45551-cornelia-norgren-manhattan.html) & [neongra](http://www.neongra.com/produkter/manhattan-cabinet/) The sophisticated urban dwelling would be so complemented by the inclusion of these [Manhattan Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarks-wallabee-boot). Their clean and minimalist designs make them ideal for blending into absolutely any room, and their expressions of industrial materials communicates a stylish modernism. Röshults manufactures the collection of [modular pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arca) for Cornelia Norgren of Neongrå. A thick slab of untreated concrete makes up the sturdy base of each storage system while [two-walled steel boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sfso-1) can contain a variety of items, leaving them accessible from two open sides. Slits in the metal enable you to get a glimpse of the contents in profile. The Manhattan Cabinets come in a variety of fresh and bold colors, plus a range of sizes to stash an assortment of objects about the home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modular Minimalism:** There is an opportunity for companies to create sleek, modular furniture pieces that utilize industrial materials and minimalist designs. - **Two-sided Accessibility:** Designers could incorporate the use of slits or openings in furniture items to allow for easy access and display of stored items from multiple angles. - **Colorful Utility:** Manufacturers can explore opportunities to create stylish and functional storage systems that come in a range of colors to match any interior space. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Design:** Furniture companies can innovate on design, materials, and functionality to create trendy, minimalist furniture pieces for modern urban living spaces. - **Home Decor:** Home decor retailers have the opportunity to offer customers functional storage solutions that merge industrial style with contemporary design. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can incorporate these modular storage systems into their projects to add a touch of modern industrial style while maximizing storage and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Storage Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-storage-cabinet.md) - [Minimal Elevated Cabinet Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nelson-basic.md) - [Skyscraper-Inspired Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ben-ganz.md) - [Sandbox-Like Modular Storage Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-storage-cabinet1.md) - [Compact Steel Storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multidrawer.md) - [Colorful Modular Storage Sysem](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/center-center-storage.md) - [Metallic Multifunctional Storage Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kabine-101.md) - [Adaptable Office Storage Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stash-series.md) - [Floating Stacked Storage Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kgt-wall-unit.md)