# Spinning Blade Blocks The Wusthof Rotating Knife Stand Swivels for Convenient Cutter Access By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-02-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wusthof-rotating-knife-stand References: [7gadgets](http://www.7gadgets.com/2011/02/26/rotating-knife-stand/31850) & [panik-design](http://www.panik-design.com/acatalog/Wusthof_-_Rotating_Knife_Stand_-_7276_-_Black.html#awusthof_2d7276) Knife blocks are often rigid holders that sit stationary on a counter top, but the Wusthof Rotating Knife Stand ensures easy access from every angle. Perfect for quick and efficient chefs, this culinary accessory spins 360 degrees like a [Lazy Susan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-on-board-lazy-susan) for your sharp utensils. Available in beechwood and black-lacquered timber, this pivoting cutlery container has room for seven knives of all shapes and sizes, up to 23cm in length. Accommodating the sideways storage of serrated and razor edges, the revolutionary receptacle minimizes damage to cutter blades as they're often scraped when inserted and removed from conventional sheaths. The turnable Wusthof Rotating Knife Stand is made in Germany, and is especially suited for open concept kitchens where food preparation is undertaken within a broader space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Rotating Knife Stands:** A trend in culinary accessories where knife stands are designed to rotate for easy access. - **Sideways Knife Storage:** A trend in cutlery storage where knives are stored sideways to minimize damage to blade edges. - **Open Concept Kitchens:** A trend in kitchen design where food preparation is undertaken within a broader space. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Culinary Accessories:** The industry focused on the production of specialized tools and equipment for cooking and food preparation. - **Cutlery Storage Solutions:** The industry that provides innovative storage solutions for knives and other cutlery items. - **Kitchen Design:** The industry involved in creating functional and aesthetically pleasing kitchen spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Magnetic D2C Knife Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/misen-modular-knife-storage.md) - [Ultra-Slick Minimalist Knife Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-knife-block.md) - [Angular Minimalist Knife Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-knife-block-set.md) - [Rolling Magnetic Knife Sharpeners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rolling-knife-sharpener.md) - [Premium Knife Holder Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutluxe-2.md) - [Rotating Food Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saveit.md) - [Design-Conscious Butcher Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caraway-prep-serve-butcher-block.md) - [Playful Rotating Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giralot-rotating-storage.md) - [Comprehensive Contemporary Knife Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-knife-set.md)