# Beary Stylish Shelving The 'Polar Bear' Storage Unit is Sculptural and Sensible By Amelia Roblin | Published 2010-09-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polar-bear-storage References: [apartmenttherapy](http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/ny/animalinspired-furniture-whimsical-favorites-126803) & [pedlars](http://www.pedlars.co.uk/page_3268.html) The 'Polar Bear' [storage case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berto-hidden-secrets) is multi-functional and animated. It satisfies by providing a decorative piece within the home, and a means to collocate clutter. The [3D slatted design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qurv) is made possible with high pressure black laminate and is sold to be assembled by the buyer. This swish [sculptural 'Polar Bear' storage unit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treevive) has been spotted in upscale New York hotels, so it would be sure to jazz up your living room. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **3D Printed Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop customizable and easy-to-assemble 3D printed storage units for the home. - **Multi-functional Furniture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create furniture pieces that serve both practical and decorative purposes, addressing the need for space-saving solutions in modern living. - **Sculptural Storage Solutions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design unique storage units that enhance the aesthetic value of a space while providing functional storage capacity. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Furnishings:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate innovative materials and designs into home furnishing products to enhance functionality and style in living spaces. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways to incorporate sculptural and visually appealing storage solutions into interior design concepts for residential and commercial spaces. - **Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implement unique and stylish storage solutions, like the 'Polar Bear' storage unit, to elevate the guest experience and differentiate hotel spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Funky Colorful Storage Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorful-storage-units.md) - [Stylish Oakwood Storage Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moose-cabinet.md) - [Customizable Storage Furniture Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelved-modular-furniture.md) - [Abstract Jigsaw-Like Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectator-shelf.md) - [Customizable Style-Conscious Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ledoux-modular-shelf-system.md) - [Design-Forward Interlinked Storage Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interlinked-storage.md) - [Sandbox-Like Modular Storage Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-storage-cabinet1.md) - [Modular Organized Shelving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unit-shelving-system.md) - [Jigsaw Puzzle-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puzzle-shelf.md)