The Outline Tray reinterprets the classic desk organizer by removing the bottom. It is made up of only a thin border that provides a strict perimeter around such items as pencils, paper clips and pins to reside. The only thing that the Outline Tray doesn't allow for is easy transference to another surface. A person is essentially sacrificing a bit of functionality for cool aesthetics.
Designed by Japanese studio Nendo, the Outline Tray can be likened to art frames for the desk. They can even be arranged as paintings would be on a wall. Although the bottom could be useful when cleaning the surface of the table, the versatile Outline Tray itself is easy to clean.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Bottomless Desk Organizers
- Innovative desk organizers that challenge conventional designs and can offer more aesthetic appeal and alternative functionalities.
- Minimalistic Office Supplies
- Trend of simplifying typical office supplies like desk organizers could offer opportunities for designing sophisticated and visually pleasing products while still ensuring functionality.
- Modular Desk Accessories
- Trend of designing desk accessories with flexibility for customization to fit the user's organizational needs.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Office Supplies Industry
- Opportunities for offering new and unique office supplies that are visually pleasing and also offer varied functionality that could serve as a point of differentiation.
- Furniture Industry
- Innovative furniture designs that allow customization and personalization of workspaces to changing customer needs.
- Art and Design Industry
- Opportunities for designers and artists to blend functionality and creativity in office supply designs to serve a visually demanding market.
