# Deceiving Shelf Furniture Vivian Chiu's Psych Cabinet Encourages an Exciting Exploration By Meghan Young | Published 2011-05-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/psych-cabinet References: [trendsnow.net](http://www.trendsnow.net/2011/05/the-psych-cabinet.html) & [vivianchiudesigns](http://vivianchiudesigns.com/#1353683/Psych-Cabinet) The Psych Cabinet shows that furniture does not have to have a static existence in homes. Considering that individuals interact with furniture on a daily basis, I feel that furniture works can definitely afford to be more dynamically designed. Created by the same designer who brought up the intriguing and unique [Inception Chair](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inception-chair) Vivian Chui, the Psych Cabinet encourages the user to embark on an exploration of all this furniture piece has to offer. From its geometric exterior to its rather typical shelved interior, the Psych Cabinet has a lot of hidden gems that makes this exploring experience so exciting. The Psych Cabinet is made out of Poplar, Plywood, Walnut, Cherry, Padauk, Cedar, Mahogany and other Various Veneers. Rich and modern, it would add drama to any living space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Dynamic Furniture Design:** The trend of dynamically designed furniture pieces that offer an exciting exploration experience for users. - **Hidden Storage Solutions:** The trend of utilizing hidden compartments and hidden gems in furniture pieces to provide added functionality and surprise. - **Rich and Modern Materials:** The trend of incorporating rich and modern materials, such as Poplar, Plywood, Walnut, Cherry, Padauk, Cedar, Mahogany, and various veneers, into furniture design. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Design:** This trend presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for furniture designers to create dynamic and interactive furniture pieces that offer a unique user experience. - **Interior Design:** This trend provides an opportunity for interior designers to incorporate hidden storage solutions into their designs, maximizing functionality and surprise in living spaces. - **Materials and Veneers:** The trend of using rich and modern materials in furniture design creates opportunities for material suppliers and veneer manufacturers to provide unique and high-quality options for designers and manufacturers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Abstract Jigsaw-Like Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectator-shelf.md) - [Offset Shelf Sideboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crazy-slice-sideboard-concept.md) - [Sandbox-Like Modular Storage Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-storage-cabinet1.md) - [Modular Configured Office Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabinet.md) - [Cabinet-Concealed Modern Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/obelisk-3.md) - [Tropical Island-Inspired Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weaver-cabinet.md) - [Twisting CGI-Designed Sideboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookscrew-sideboard.md) - [Curvaceous Storage-Packed Sideboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/embrace-sideboard.md) - [Forest-Inspired Wooden Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hayashi-cabinet.md)