# Minimalist Sushi Platters The Masu Serving Board's Cantilevered Design Looks Like Its Floating By Meghan Young | Published 2013-05-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masu-serving-board References: [bookofjoe](http://www.bookofjoe.com/2013/05/masu-serving-board.html) & [gnr8.biz](http://www.gnr8.biz/product_info.php?products_id=1540&products_name=Masu) The Masu Serving Board is minimalist and modern dishware that is perfect for [sushi and sashimi meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noble-fresh-cart), but can also be used as a [platter for cheese, bread and oil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermal-serving-dish). At first it may look like a [slimmer cutting board](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caraway-prep-serve-butcher-block), but upon closer inspection, it is clear that there are specific details that lend it to a higher purpose. For instance, on one end of the Masu Serving Board there is a small seamless basin that is perfect for soy sauce or even a combination of vinegar and oil. Not to mention that the Masu Serving Board has a cantilevered design that makes it appear as though it were floating. Designed by David E. Scott, the Masu Serving Board is made out of white acrylic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Minimalist Dishware:** Creating dishware with minimalist designs offers opportunities for innovative and visually appealing dining experiences. - **Multi-functional Platters:** Designing platters that can accommodate a variety of foods, such as sushi, cheese, bread, and oil, allows for versatile and convenient serving options. - **Cantilevered Design:** Exploring the use of cantilevered designs in dishware can create visually striking and unique serving experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Catering and Event Planning:** Incorporating minimalist dishware and multi-functional platters can enhance the dining experience at catered events and gatherings. - **Kitchenware and Tableware:** Developing innovative dishware designs, such as cantilevered serving boards, can drive demand and differentiation in the kitchenware and tableware industry. - **Fine Dining Restaurants:** Introducing minimalist dishware with cantilevered designs can elevate the aesthetics of fine dining restaurants, offering patrons a unique and memorable dining experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multifunctional Serving Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/convertible-serving-board-trio.md) - [Minimalist Preparation Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mudra-cutting-board.md) - [Artsy Serving Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoresin-accented-cheese-and-charcuterie-serving-boards.md) - [Hybrid Serving Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viking-acacia.md) - [Stackable Compact Sake Set](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/non-sake-set.md) - [Multifunctional Kitchen Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latticeboard-multipurpose-kitchen-board.md) - [Lazy Susan Charcuterie Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-on-board-lazy-susan.md) - [16-Course Sushi Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushi-masu.md) - [Sushi Boat Blocked Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funamori-platter-set.md)