# Stair Storage Cardboard Flatpacks The Stair Cubby is the Perfect Eco-Friendly Storage Solution By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-01-15 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-stair-cubby References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2022/01/14/sustainable-diy-flatpack-storage-for-staircases-rises-to-the-challenge-of-modern-cramped-homes/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sustainable-diy-flatpack-storage-for-staircases-rises-to-the-challenge-of-modern-cramped-homes) Designed by Bronwen Rees and Bryony Wood, the Stair Cubby is an innovative, [eco-friendly storage solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tumba) targeted towards those living in tight spaces. Utilizing a simple cardboard and plywood construction and delivered as a [flatpack unit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bug-collection-1), the space-saving design does not require tools to assemble. Rather customers can unfold the pieces and slot in the appropriate tabs to build their own DIY-inspired cubby. The unit itself was designed to sit on two steps of stairs and comes with the option to adjust the back height. In total, the cubby offers [five open-access spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multidrawer) that can hold a variety of small to medium-sized items such as shoes, books, and laptops. According to the designers, the Stair Cubby consists of a 1/3 sheet of 4×8 plywood, providing just enough material to make three units. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eco-friendly Storage Solutions:** The trend towards eco-friendly design presents an opportunity for companies to create innovative and sustainable storage solutions. - **Flatpack Furniture:** The popularity of flatpack furniture offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for businesses to create affordable, DIY storage solutions for consumers living in small spaces. - **Modular Designs:** The use of modular designs in furniture presents an opportunity for companies to create customizable and space-saving storage solutions for consumers with limited living space. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Furniture manufacturers can take advantage of the trend towards eco-friendly and modular designs to create innovative storage solutions for consumers with limited living space. - **Home Organization:** Home organization companies can incorporate eco-friendly and modular design elements into their product offerings to appeal to consumers living in tight spaces. - **Sustainability:** Companies focused on sustainability can create eco-friendly storage solutions made from recyclable materials, catering to consumers looking for sustainable and space-saving design options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Seamless Pet Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pawstairs.md) - [Upcycled Waste Material Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-furniture-design.md) - [DIY Flatpack Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/that-stool.md) - [Flexible Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brickbox-modular-shelving.md) - [Eco Cork Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-box.md) - [Functional Flat-Packed Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walle-stool.md) - [Curved Stacked Wooden Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/box-set.md) - [Adaptable Flat-Pack Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-pack-shelving.md) - [Flat-Packed Wooden Stool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-stool-concept.md)