# Slanted Shelf Divisions This DIY Activity is Perfect for Those Who Enjoy Contemporary Furnishings By Tana Makmanee | Published 2014-01-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slanted-shelf References: [homestory.rp-online.de](http://homestory.rp-online.de/do-it-yourself/tutorials/DIY-Tutorial-Tolles-Buecherregal-selbst-bauen,9096) Any homeowner in the mood to create something functional yet modern for their interior space is in luck, because this artistically slanted shelf project will certainly add a wonderfully eclectic touch to any room. When it comes to outfitting your home with furniture, [bookcases and shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cozey) are the best option for both storing and displaying your belongings. If you're tired of the [same old traditional designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-modern-shelving) however, why not add some originality to the mix and make one completely from scratch? This DIY activity allows crafty individuals to create a shelf that is both convenient for their home as well as aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Simply requiring some handy tools, [spray paint](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ledge-shelf) and some imagination, this DIY activity will definitely add a unique and contemporary touch to any home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **DIY Furniture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a platform that offers customizable and easy-to-assemble furniture kits for DIY enthusiasts. - **Contemporary Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a subscription service that delivers curated collections of trendy home decor items to customers' doorsteps. - **Upcycled Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Launch a marketplace for designers and artists to sell upcycled furniture and home accessories. ### Where This Applies - **Home Improvement:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce a virtual reality platform that allows customers to visualize and customize their home improvement projects. - **Craft and DIY:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build an online community that connects DIY enthusiasts with experts, providing access to tutorials, tips, and mentorship. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop an AI-powered interior design app that uses machine learning algorithms to suggest personalized decor options based on users' preferences and existing furniture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Room-Dividing Bookshelf Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frquence-shelf.md) - [Customizable Style-Conscious Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ledoux-modular-shelf-system.md) - [Sculptural Bookshelves Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-bookshelf.md) - [Modular Configuration Shelving Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repisa-01.md) - [Dynamic Storage-Display Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelf-life.md) - [Modular Contemporary Shelving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qurv.md) - [L-Shaped Stacked Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loft-shelf.md) - [Modular Grid-Style Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bend-shelf-by-spenser-atlas.md) - [Japanese Woodwork-Inspired Shelving Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altitude-shelving.md)