# Multifunctional Kitchen Counters The Miele 'Nexus' by Claire Regan By Meghan Young | Published 2010-02-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miele-nexus References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/nexus-gets-your-living-room-into-the-kitchen/) & [claireregan.wordpress](http://claireregan.wordpress.com/) Considering the kitchen is probably one of the most communal areas of the home (for obvious reasons), I think the [Miele](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frameless-induction-cooktops) ‘Nexus’ [kitchen counter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-kitchen) will not only be beneficial, but also well received. Although it has somewhat of a cafeteria/space ship common area feel, the Miele ‘Nexus’ is a concept that can be perfected and made more homey. Designed by Claire Regan, it encourages [multifunction activities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/come-together-robot) while also saving room. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Multifunctional Kitchen Counters:** Kitchen counters that offer multiple functions and save space within the home. - **Innovative Kitchen Designs:** Designs that incorporate multifunctionality and a futuristic feel could become popular in the market. - **Smart Home Appliances:** The development of advanced technology could lead to the integration of multifunctional kitchen counters with other smart home appliances. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Improvement and Furniture:** Manufacturers and retailers in the home improvement and furniture industry may want to explore the development and marketing of multifunctional kitchen counters to appeal to customers looking for space-saving solutions. - **Smart Technology:** Companies specializing in smart technology could develop integrations between multifunctional kitchen counters and other smart home appliances for added convenience and efficiency. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers could incorporate multifunctional kitchen counters in their designs to appeal to clients looking for modern and practical kitchen solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Freestanding Experimental Kitchens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experimental-kitchens.md) - [Telescoping Component Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-kitchen-aid.md) - [Corner-Accommodating Water Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/builtin-water-purifier.md) - [All-in-One Countertop Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/countertop-workstation.md) - [Elegant Kitchen Sink Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-sink-system.md) - [Space-Conscious Kitchen Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-kitchen-design.md) - [Hybrid Heating Countertop Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-cooker.md) - [Modular Multifunctional Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pronto-and-alto.md) - [Technological Kitchen Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-coit.md)