# Wall-Mounted Waiters Shani Aharonov's 'The Waiter' Turns Any Room into an Upscale Bar By Michael Hines | Published 2010-02-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shani-aharonovs-the-waiter References: [1designperday](http://www.1designperday.com/2010/01/31/sundayyoungdesigner-8th-runner-shani-aharonov/) Shani Aharonov's 'The Waiter' is the best [wall-mounted](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velto) idea ever. This simple design is essentially a [shelf](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-shelf), but it's disguised as a waiter. Classy, huh? You're damn right it is! Shani Aharonov's 'The Waiter' is perfect for those long snowy nights where going out is impossible or highly dangerous. If you want to have the most [upscale wall](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ballz-on-the-wallz-kit) in town, I suggest you pick one of these up today. Your wall will thank you. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 25% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Wall-mounted Design:** Developing innovative designs for everyday objects that have the potential to become conversation pieces in a home setting, enhancing both form and function. - **Disguised Furniture:** Creating pieces of furniture that can double as art or conversation pieces that maintain the qualities of the original object. - **Home Bar Enhancements:** Exploring ways to elevate the drinking experience by transforming a home setting into a more upscale atmosphere. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Opportunities to create clever and functional designs that transform everyday objects into aesthetically pleasing conversation pieces. - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Innovations in furniture design creating multi-functional pieces that incorporate art, conversation, and functionality. - **Bar and Hospitality:** Opportunities to aid in enhancing customer experiences in hospitality settings, such as designing augmented reality concepts for unique atmospheres. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wall-Mount Café Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wall-mounted-cafe-table.md) - [Space-Conscious Cafe Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-cafe-table.md) - [Wall-Mounted Modular Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallwerx.md) - [Ultra-Chic Wall Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wall-desks.md) - [Removable Plate Shelving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gere-multifunctional-crockery-shelf.md) - [Wall Art Umbrella Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/justin-case.md) - [Minimally Refined Wall Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wall-desk-1.md) - [Vertical Drinking Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wall-pong.md) - [Abstract Jigsaw-Like Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectator-shelf.md)