# Shipping Container Cabinets Sandra Mulder's Pandora is Indestructible and Industrial By Meghan Young | Published 2011-07-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pandora References: [sandermulder](http://www.sandermulder.com/pandora.html) & [blueantstudio.blogspot](http://blueantstudio.blogspot.com/2011/06/pandora-cabinets.html) The [shipping container culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kennedy-model) is still thriving, and that is why everyone is sure to go gaga over the [Pandora](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/class-of-2026) cabinet. An industrial and indestructible set of furniture, the Pandora cabinet is reliant, stylish and still quite singular. Created by Netherlands-based industrial designer Sandra Mulder, the Pandora cabinet has a boxy shape that gives it a really bold presence, be it in a study, office or even a garage. The beautiful thing about the Pandora cabinet is that it is not only inspired by the look of a shipping container, but also by its function. [Modular and colorful](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/center-center-storage), it provides a sense of movement in the home. Conveniently stackable, the Pandora cabinet can also be rotated in a number of different combinations. Although the Pandora cabinet has a masculine air, I can see it in a fashionista's home as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Shipping Container Culture:** Opportunity to disrupt traditional home furniture designs by incorporating the industrial aesthetic and functionality of shipping containers. - **Modular Furniture:** Opportunity to create customizable furniture pieces that offer flexibility and adaptability in various settings. - **Bold and Stackable Designs:** Opportunity to introduce visually striking furniture designs that can be easily stacked and rearranged for space optimization. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Opportunity for furniture manufacturers to incorporate unconventional materials and designs into their product lines. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers to create unique and trendy living spaces by including shipping container-inspired furniture. - **Home Renovation:** Opportunity for home renovation companies to offer modular furniture solutions that can adapt to changing needs and preferences of homeowners. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sandbox-Like Modular Storage Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-storage-cabinet1.md) - [Metallic Multifunctional Storage Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kabine-101.md) - [Volcanic Rock-Inspired Cabinet Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuff-pencil-cabinet.md) - [Modular Configured Office Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabinet.md) - [Harbor-Inspired Storage Trolleys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harbor-051.md) - [Modular Storage Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-storage-cabinet.md) - [Cardboard Box Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karton-furniture-collection.md) - [Pink-Hued Shipping Container Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-shipping-container-homes.md) - [Upcycled Metal Sheet Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-metal-sheet.md)