# Wallquariums The Wall-Mounted Fish Bowl is Perfect for Small Spaces By Bianca | Published 2009-06-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wall-mounted-fish-bowl References: [thisnext](http://www.thisnext.com/item/B03BE9CB/Wall-Mounted-fish-bowl-WITH) & [synthetikpark](http://synthetikpark.com/wandaquarium.pdf) Chances are, you've seen wall-mounted aquariums, but I'm betting most people probably haven't seen a wall-mounted fish bowl. As small space living forces people to start preserving their surfaces for necessities, walls and [innovative vertical storage ideas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ab019-wall-desk) are becoming more important than ever. Expect to see more wall-mounted aquariums like this reverse portal fish tank in the future. **Implications** - The credit crunch affected many people and because of this, a lot of downsizing occurred. People sold their homes to move into smaller ones and various items may have been sold off. Businesses that create innovative items for [small spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archiplan-compact-basin-collection) such as the featured aquarium cater towards the budgeted demographic who still want their home spaces to look fabulous. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Vertical Storage Solutions:** The trend of small space living is driving the demand for innovative vertical storage ideas, creating opportunities for businesses to create space-saving products. - **Wall-mounted Aquaria:** The rise of wall-mounted fish bowls and aquariums presents an opportunity for businesses to cater to the growing demand for unique and space-saving pet products. - **Designing for Small Spaces:** The need for innovative and aesthetically pleasing products for small living spaces creates a market for businesses that can offer functional yet stylish solutions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture & Home Decor:** The demand for space-saving products in small living spaces presents opportunities for furniture and home decor companies to create functional and stylish pieces that maximize space. - **Pet Supplies:** The rise of wall-mounted fish bowls and aquariums in small spaces opens up new opportunities for pet supplies businesses to offer unique and space-saving pet products. - **Interior Design:** Designing for small living spaces creates a niche market for interior design companies that specialize in creating functional and visually appealing spaces in limited areas. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fish Tank-Inspired Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nao-iwanari.md) - [Vertical Drinking Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wall-pong.md) - [Minimally Refined Wall Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wall-desk-1.md) - [Space-Conscious Cafe Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-cafe-table.md) - [Modern Desk-Friendly Jellyfish Tanks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-jellyfish.md) - [Vertical Workstation Wall Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-wall-planter.md) - [Sculptural Wall Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-wall-desk.md) - [Space-Saving Foldable Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-desk1.md) - [Small Space Hydroponic Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerospring-pinch-hydroponic-system.md)