# Industrial-Inspired Plungers The WC LINE is Sleek, Contemporary and Urban By Meghan Young | Published 2012-02-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wc-line References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2012/02/24/121-toilet-plunger-set/) & [kontextur](http://www.kontextur.com/product.php?productid=16201&cat=255&page=1) The WC LINE is a set of [bathroom necessities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-bathroom-design) that have been given the designer treatment for a more aesthetically pleasing presence. It is comprised of a waste bin, [toilet brush and plunger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-changes-everything), all of which have been made sleeker and more modern. Nevertheless, they do hold onto their old-school practicality. Created by Philadelphia-based designer Josh Owen for American studio Kontextur, the WC LINE continues his fascination with urban industrial silhouettes, which began with his [Tissue Box](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kontextur-tissue-box-covers). Made out of ultra durable silicone and naturally stylish and sturdy tanoak wood, the WC Line is available in a range of super saturated hues. Its contemporary design is space-conscious, allowing people to place it wherever they please. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 2% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Industrial-inspired Design:** Opportunity to create sleek and modern versions of traditional products in various industries. - **Urban Aesthetics in Home Goods:** Chance to incorporate urban industrial silhouettes into everyday household items. - **Practicality Meets Style:** Potential to combine functionality and contemporary design for visually appealing products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Goods:** Opportunity to revamp bathroom necessities with industrial-inspired design. - **Furniture:** Potential to incorporate urban aesthetics into furniture design for a modern and sleek look. - **Consumer Goods:** Chance to create practical yet stylish products across various consumer goods categories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cheeky Bathroom Plungers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-plunger.md) - [Quirky Toilet Brushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-toilet-brush.md) - [Luxe Bathroom Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ofline.md) - [Brutalist Smart Toilets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formation-02.md) - [Utility-Focused Bathroom Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/showdown-system.md) - [Artfully Sculptured Textured Toilets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-formation-02.md) - [Anti-Splashing Bathroom Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-urinal-design.md) - [Retro-Style Home Decor Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vipp-holgers-beige-collection.md) - [Wooden Toilet Brushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-toilet-brush.md)