# Crafty Eclectic Homeware littala’s Vintage Homeware Collection Debuted at Milan Design Week 2014 By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-04-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-homeware-collection References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2014/04/12/iittala-collection-cecilie-manz-furniture-homeware-milan-2014/) & [iittala](https://www.iittala.com/home) Everything about this new vintage homeware collection is eclectic, thoughtful and fabulously stylish. Having recently debuted at Milan Design Week 2014, this vintage homeware collection by Finnish design brand [Iittala](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iittala) is already causing a hype with its stunning and kitschy line of products—the new collection includes boxy shelves, [plywood furniture and glass lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-glass-collection). The ‘Aitio’ collection by Danish designer Cecilie Manz is reflective of its name, which means theater box in Finnish. As the quirky product of the collection, the wall-mounted shelves are made from steel and come in a variety of colors. “My focus with Aitio was functionality, simplicity and aesthetics,” says Cecilie Manz. Designed by Swedish designer Matti Klenell, the ‘Kerros’ shelf is just as unique; the plywood side table can also be used as a chic tray. “The Kerros is a new kind of object that sits somewhere between furniture and a household product,” says Klenell. The rest of the Iittala collection is a collective effort which includes the Leimu lamp by Norwegian designer Magnus Pettersen, the Kuukuna lamp by Oiva Toikka and the Nappula Candelabra by Matti Klenell. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vintage Homeware Collection:** Iittala's vintage homeware collection reflects the growing trend of consumers seeking unique and eclectic home decor options. - **Functional and Artistic Furniture:** The focus on functionality, simplicity and aesthetics in Cecilie Manz's 'Aitio' collection reflects a trend towards furniture that is not only practical, but also visually appealing. - **Multipurpose Home Decor:** The 'Kerros' shelf's ability to function as both a side table and a tray is indicative of a growing trend towards multi-purpose home decor products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor and Furnishings Industry:** Iittala's vintage homeware collection showcases opportunities for businesses offering unique and eclectic home decor options. - **Furniture Industry:** The 'Aitio' collection highlights opportunities for businesses focused on creating functional and aesthetically pleasing furniture. - **Household Products Industry:** The dual functionality of the 'Kerros' shelf emphasizes opportunities for businesses to create multi-purpose home decor products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-revealed.md) - [Light-Manipulating Tableware Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iitala.md) - [Caged Luxury Homeware Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-homeware-collection.md) - [Intricately Crafted Homeware Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latelier-homeware.md) - [Aesthetic Home Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ilan-collection.md) - [Sleek Scandinavian Home Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-little-things.md) - [Revived Celebrated Home Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytillverkad-vintage-collection.md) - [60s Vintage-Tinged Decor Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytillverkad-collection.md) - [Expanding Nostalgic Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikeas-nytillverkad.md)