# Toy Swine Storage Statues The 'Hausschwein' Toy Storage Unit is Modern, Ridable and Fun By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-02-18 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toy-storage References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/02/17/a-playtime-piggy-companion-for-kids/) Parents who want to ensure their children always have a spot to store their toys will find the 'Hausschwein' toy storage unit to be a fun and convenient piece of equipment. The 'Hausschwein' does triple-duty as being a toy that can be ridden, a storage unit for toys and a sculptural accent piece that can be placed virtually anywhere in the home. Being that the average home is shrinking in size, designers are creating a multitude of different products that are intended to be fully functional as well as look stylish when in a space. The 'Hausschwein' toy storage unit is a great example of this with a cute pig-inspired aesthetic that makes it a charming piece of home decor. The 'Hausschwein' is the design work of Marcel Wanders. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Multifunctional Home Products:** The trend of creating products that serve multiple functions in small homes presents an opportunity for designers to combine functionality and style. - **Playful Storage Solutions:** There is a growing demand for storage units that are not only functional but also add an element of playfulness to children's rooms, allowing designers to create innovative storage solutions. - **Sculptural Home Decor:** The rise of sculptural accent pieces that double as functional items provides an opportunity for designers to blend aesthetics and utility. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can capitalize on the trend of creating functional and playful storage units that also serve as decorative elements. - **Toy and Children's Product:** The toy and children's product industry can explore innovative designs that combine storage solutions and playful elements, like the 'Hausschwein' toy storage unit. - **Furniture Design:** The furniture design industry can embrace the trend of blending aesthetics and utility by creating sculptural accent pieces, such as the 'Hausschwein' toy storage unit. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dedicated Student Storage Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-furniture-design.md) - [Sandbox-Like Modular Storage Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-storage-cabinet1.md) - [Striking Storage-Friendly Poufs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berliner-pouf.md) - [Toy-Specific Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/step2.md) - [Kids Modern Step Stool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totto-step.md) - [Toy Block-Inspired Wooden Bookshelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotating-picture-book.md) - [Dual-Function Seating Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubik-stool.md) - [Sleek Structural Rocking Horses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocking-horse-chair.md) - [Dual-Sided Storage Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bond-stool-system.md)