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Wall-Mounted Micro Refrigerators

The Conceptual 'Shelves Fridge' Keeps Snacks and Drinks Nearby

— November 1, 2018 — Art & Design
The conceptual 'Shelves Fridge' is an advanced miniature solution for the home that could be used as a supplemental appliance that works in collaboration with your existing refrigerator to keep food and drinks conveniently chilled and accessible.

Designed by Jinho Han, the refrigerator works by being mounted on your wall and offer just enough space for some snacks and drinks to be stored or any additional items that might not fit into your existing refrigerator. The appliance can be folded up when not in use to save additional space and energy, but keep it accessible for use whenever required.

The conceptual 'Shelves Fridge' is part of the expanding small appliance market as consumers seek out compact alternatives to traditional solutions for added convenience.
Trend Themes
1. Wall-mounted Micro Refrigerators - The concept of wall-mounted micro refrigerators presents an opportunity for convenient and space-saving storage solutions in homes.
2. Supplemental Appliances - The trend of supplemental appliances like the 'Shelves Fridge' disrupts the traditional refrigerator market by offering compact and specialized storage options.
3. Expanding Small Appliance Market - The growing demand for compact and convenient solutions in the home presents an opportunity for businesses to capitalize on the small appliance market.
Industry Implications
1. Home Appliances - The home appliances industry can tap into the trend of wall-mounted micro refrigerators and supplemental appliances to provide innovative and space-saving solutions for consumers.
2. Kitchenware - The kitchenware industry can explore the concept of wall-mounted micro refrigerators to offer compact and easily accessible food and drink storage solutions.
3. Retail - The retail industry can benefit from the expanding small appliance market by offering a wide range of compact, convenient, and specialized products like the 'Shelves Fridge' to appeal to consumers' growing demand for convenience.
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