# Curated Design Shops 'Wanted Design' Opened Its First Retail Store in Brooklyn's Sunset Park By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-10-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wanted-design References: [wallpaper](http://www.wallpaper.com/design/store-credit-wanted-design-opens-its-first-design-shop-in-brooklyns-industry-city) & [wanteddesignnyc](http://www.wanteddesignnyc.com/wd2015/brooklyn/) Brooklyn's Sunset Park neighborhood is now home to a retail space for 'Wanted Design.' Wanted Design first began as a trade show that spotlighted emerging talent, which makes this permanent shop the next step in the brand's development. The store opened retail spaces in a series of converted warehouses and offices spaces called 'Industrial City.' The brand's latest venture capitalizes on the pervasive art scene and design culture present in Brooklyn. Wanted Design will offer curated goods from American design studios Souda, [Juniper Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juniper-hill-home) and [Fort Standard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessible-trail-maps) among many others. Its retail spaces will also host events like book signings, designer talks and [pop-up shops for specific designers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/historic-hotel-dangleterre). The brand's inaugural collection will offer a mix of home decor, personal accessories and apothecary goods. New products will be added regularly, including special holiday-themed goods in the near future. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 92% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Curated Retail:** The trend of curated retail spaces offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for brands to showcase emerging talent and create unique shopping experiences. - **Design Culture:** The growing design culture in Brooklyn provides an opportunity for businesses to tap into the local art scene and collaborate with emerging designers. - **Event-driven Retail:** The rise of hosting events like book signings and designer talks within retail spaces presents an opportunity for brands to engage customers and create a sense of community. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** The curated retail trend opens doors for home decor brands to showcase their products and collaborate with emerging design studios. - **Personal Accessories:** Brands specializing in personal accessories can take advantage of the curated retail trend to offer unique and high-quality products to consumers. - **Apothecary Goods:** The curated retail trend provides an opportunity for apothecary brands to display their products and connect with customers seeking unique and natural skincare options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Design Fair Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-design-fair.md) - [Designer-Hosted Brooklyn Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gustaf-westman-in-new-york.md) - [Stunning Outdoor Lifestyle Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-peak-opens-new-retail-location-in-brooklyn.md) - [Serene Ambiance Tribeca Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studiotwentyseven.md) - [Design-Forward Concept Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/target-soho.md) - [Curated Store Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/target-soho-store.md) - [New York Furniture Showrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porro.md) - [Vibrant Furniture Collection Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sight-unseen-collection.md) - [Contemporary Collectible Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-collectible-design.md)