# Revolutionized Furniture Hacks The Semihandmade Studio Offers Quality, Customized Designs By Meghan Young | Published 2014-06-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/semihandmade References: [beautifuldecay](http://beautifuldecay.com/2014/06/20/youll-never-believe-ikea-semihandmade-revolutionizing-ikea-hack/) & [semihandmadedoors](http://www.semihandmadedoors.com/) Semihandmade is an extension of Handmade, a design studio founded in Los Angeles, California. Semihandmade introduces more [affordable furnishings and home decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-rdmans-series) that incorporate pieces from [IKEA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikeahack-collection). Essentially elevating the common IKEA hack, Semihandmade allows people to express their individuality and style without breaking the bank. Launched in January 2011, Semihandmade offers everything from handmade doors for IKEA cabinets to closets inspired by famous works of art and more. Semihandmade points out that "it's hard not to be impressed with their sturdy cabinets and Blum hardware" and that "unlike other major cabinet manufacturers, IKEA™ lets you buy their kitchens without doors and drawer faces." Classy and convenient, [personalizing one's living space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stofa) has never been easier thanks to Semihandmade. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Affordable Customization:** The trend of offering more affordable options for personalized furniture and home decor allows consumers to express their individuality without breaking the bank. - **IKEA Hacks:** The growing popularity of IKEA hack designs creates opportunities for companies to provide customized products and accessories that complement IKEA furniture. - **Handmade Fusion:** The blending of handmade craftsmanship with mass-produced furniture offers consumers the best of both worlds, creating a disruptive innovation opportunity in the furniture industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture:** The furniture industry can tap into the trend of affordable customization by offering personalized options for mass-produced pieces, allowing consumers to create unique living spaces. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can capitalize on the popularity of IKEA hacks by providing customized accessories and decorations that enhance the aesthetic of IKEA furniture. - **Design Services:** Companies offering design services can take advantage of the handmade fusion trend by providing custom solutions that incorporate both handmade craftsmanship and mass-produced furniture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hacking-Friendly Decor Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikeahack-collection.md) - [Ready-to-Assemble Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/semi-exact.md) - [Bespoke Interior Design Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interior-design-service.md) - [Manipulated Wood Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snickeriet.md) - [Hyper-Customizable Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercustomizable-desk.md) - [Durable Modular Kitchen Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-kitchen-system.md) - [Emerging Designer Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collaborative-series.md) - [Discreet Folding Shelf Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-shelf.md) - [Modern Tonal Cabinet Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curved-cabinetry-collection.md)