# Modular Square Shelving 'Smartsquare' by Pietro Russomanno Can Be Arranged in Multiple Ways By Ana Lopez | Published 2012-01-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pietro-russomanno References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2012/01/20/sublime-shelvin/) & [russomanno.it](http://www.russomanno.it/) With a honeycomb pattern, 'Smartsquare' by Italian designer Pietro Russomanno doesn't only sport fascinating design, but it's also very practical. This [customizable shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cozey) is all about modules and endless possibilities. Made of [bent plywood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sfso-1), this furniture piece consists of a series of [square modules that can be connected](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puzzle-shelf) through side-slits. This practical quality to connect allows for the creation of multiple combinations according to each space. For instance, users can create a tridimensional or bidimensional shelf, or they assemble it so that it grows vertically, horizontally or diagonally. Beautiful and useful, 'Smartsquare' by Pietro Russomanno keeps things organized while enhancing spaces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 6% | 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 - **Modular Furniture:** There is an opportunity for other types of furniture to incorporate similar modular designs to allow for customization and flexibility in small spaces. - **Creative Shelving:** With the growing trend of smaller living spaces, creative and practical shelving designs such as 'Smartsquare' can provide unique storage solutions. - **Sustainable Design:** There is an opportunity for 'Smartsquare' and other modular furniture pieces to embrace sustainable materials and manufacturing processes for eco-conscious consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture:** The furniture industry can benefit from incorporating modular designs to provide customizable and practical solutions for consumers living in smaller spaces. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can utilize creative shelving options such as 'Smartsquare' to add both functionality and style to their designs. - **Sustainability:** 'Smartsquare' and other sustainable furniture options have the potential to disrupt the traditional furniture industry by appealing to eco-conscious consumers and shifting the focus towards environmentally friendly practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Contemporary Shelving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qurv.md) - [Modular Configuration Shelving Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repisa-01.md) - [Customizable Style-Conscious Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ledoux-modular-shelf-system.md) - [Flexible Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brickbox-modular-shelving.md) - [Customizable Puzzle-Like Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pent-modular-furniture-system.md) - [Adaptable Organizer Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-square-organizer.md) - [Reconfigurable Modular Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gioco.md) - [Adaptable Flat-Pack Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-pack-shelving.md) - [Modern Modular Shelving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelving-unit-01.md)