# Modern Milk Container Storage The Quirky Crates Come With Tons of a Helpful Accessories By Meghan Young | Published 2012-06-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quirky-crates References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/milk-crate-inspired_id_grad_hits_a_quirky_target_22675.asp) & [quirky](http://www.quirky.com/crate) There is a reason why the common milk crate has become a staple in many budget households, not to mention style-minded ones as well, they are inexpensive, multipurpose and stackable; the Quirky Crates embody these qualities and more. As the modern version of the milk crate, the Quirky Crates not only boast a facelift, but also come with accessories including shelves, drawers, connectors, wheels, legs and more. The Quirky Crates were conceived by Atlanta-based industrial designer Jenny Drinkard, who was most recently an industrial design student. The first United States product produced by Quirky, the overall mold comes from a toolmaker in New Jersey while the final production takes place in Vermont. Launching on July 1, 2012, the Quirky Crates will be sold in [Target](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/target-brightroom) stores. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modern Milk Container Storage:** The trend of creating modern and versatile versions of traditional storage containers, such as milk crates, with added accessories sets opportunities for manufacturers to create and innovate - **Multipurpose Storage Solutions:** Multipurpose storage solutions are becoming more popular as consumers seek affordable and versatile products like milk crates with added features they can use in different ways - **Upcycling Traditional Products:** Upcycling traditional items like milk crates with modern design and functionality updates is a trend that indicates consumers' desire for versatile and eco-friendly products. ### Where This Applies - **Home Storage and Organization:** Modern milk container storage solutions like the Quirky Crate create new opportunities for manufacturers in the home storage and organization industry. - **Tools and Accessories:** The added accessories such as shelves, drawers and connectors creates an opportunity for manufacturers in the tools and accessories market. - **Sustainable Manufacturing and Retail:** The upcycling trend of traditional storage containers can be a disruptive opportunity for manufacturers in sustainable manufacturing and retail. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adaptable Organizer Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-square-organizer.md) - [Modern Magnetic Food Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cliik-food-storage-system.md) - [Vibrant Custom Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cliik.md) - [Multifunctional Glass Food Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-food-container.md) - [Mountainous Repurposed Crate Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crate-installation.md) - [Eco-Friendly Organized Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tronco.md) - [Flexible Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brickbox-modular-shelving.md) - [Space-Saving Storage Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kossebar.md) - [Modular Contemporary Shelving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qurv.md)