# Micro-Cube Kitchens The Portable Kitchen 'Opening' from Targa Italia By Rose Nazarali | Published 2009-05-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opening-targa-italia References: [trendir](http://www.trendir.com/archives/003491.html) & [targaitalia.it](http://www.targaitalia.it/nv/news.html) After researching effective uses of space for a modern city dweller, designers were able to come up with 'Opening' - a [kitchen in a box](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boxed-collection). The full kitchen comes in two boxes, with stainless steel appliances and a wood finish. Simply open the lids, and a [full portable kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuff-bubble) will be revealed inside. Space hasn't been compromised with this design either, with ample storage cupboards underneath. **Implications** - In an on-the-go world where convenience is everything, [compact, all-in-one furnishing units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-bakeware), anything portable and all things hybrid are growing essentials. Items that maintain a decorative elegance but are easy, convenient and time-saving are a necessity for the busy-body population looking to live more simply. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Compact Living:** The trend of compact, all-in-one furnishing units is on the rise as people seek convenient and space-saving solutions. - **Portability:** The demand for portable products, like the micro-cube kitchen, is increasing as people embrace a mobile and on-the-go lifestyle. - **Hybrid Designs:** There is a growing demand for hybrid products that combine different functionalities, such as the combination of a kitchen and storage unit in the micro-cube kitchen. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture:** The furniture industry can capitalize on the trend of compact living by designing innovative and versatile furnishing units for small spaces. - **Appliances:** Appliance manufacturers have the opportunity to develop more portable and compact appliances to cater to the need for mobility and convenience. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can tap into the trend of hybrid designs by creating unique and functional furniture pieces that combine multiple functionalities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Kitchen Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-kitchen-furniture.md) - [Tech-Informed Modular Kitchens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rekook.md) - [Pro-Grade Self-Standing Kitchens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brio-kitchen-box.md) - [Cabinet-Style Kitchen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/next125-pocket-system.md) - [Space-Conscious Kitchen Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-kitchen-design.md) - [Freestanding Experimental Kitchens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experimental-kitchens.md) - [Revolutionary Cooking System Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-cube-cooking-system.md) - [Advanced Portable Camping Kitchens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-cruiser.md) - [Chef-Designed Outdoor Prep Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everdure-mobile-prep-kitchen.md)