# Contemporary Shelving Exhibits The Aram Gallery Spotlights 12 Designers & Their Shelf Collections By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-12-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelf-collection References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/12/12/aram-gallery-12-shelves-exhibition/) & [thearamgallery.org](https://www.thearamgallery.org/now) The latest exhibit at the London-based [Aram Gallery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/now-4-then) is set to give opportunities for growth to emerging artists by displaying an eclectic, design-forward and cutting-edge shelf collection. Whether that be a functional piece or one that challenges the notions of creation by way of shape, texture, and materials, the Aram Gallery offers an in-depth look at the category of furniture with 12 distinct designs. The pieces vary in concept and techniques of manufacturing. The shelf collection boasts a [flat-pack shelf made of cardboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-shelf) that offers a sustainable and compact solution for one's shelving needs, as well as a more sculptural example that embraces classical architecture with a contemporary twist. From [modular units to standalone cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-modern-shelving), Aram Gallery's modern shelf collection offers inspiration for design-minded visitors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Design-forward Furniture:** Exhibitions showcasing design-forward furniture to inspire and promote emerging artists. - **Sustainable Shelving:** Innovative and sustainable shelving options made from eco-friendly materials like cardboard provide an opportunity for disruption in the furniture industry. - **Modular Storage Solutions:** Development of modular storage solutions that could be easily assembled and used for both residential and commercial spaces. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Design:** Furniture designers can look at incorporating eco-friendly materials and engaging with modern designs to create contemporary furniture pieces. - **Retail/furniture Stores:** Furniture retail businesses can increase their stock by incorporating modern, sustainable, and functional shelving units into their collections. - **Architecture and Design Firms:** Architects and design firms can embrace modern shelving designs whilst keeping traditional architectural theories in mind. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artful Decor Furniture Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/now-4-then.md) - [Dynamic Storage-Display Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelf-life.md) - [Archival Furniture Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grain-pile.md) - [Emerging Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dry-cleaning-exhibition.md) - [Modular Grid-Style Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bend-shelf-by-spenser-atlas.md) - [Organic Sculptural Furniture Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/growth-form.md) - [Immersive Contemporary Design Showcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-living-archive.md) - [Progressive Storage Shelving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ledoux-prt-collection.md) - [Modular Contemporary Shelving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qurv.md)