Brabantia, founded in the Netherlands in 1919, is a go-to for minimalist litter bin design. We like the Retro Bin's matte powder-coated finish (in very "now" hues of pastels, called "minerals" by the company), as well as the soft-close MotionControl Whisper lid and ten-year guarantee. Photo 2 of 7 in The Hunt: Modern Trash Cans by Kelsey Keith

The Hunt: Modern Trash Cans

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Brabantia, founded in the Netherlands in 1919, is a go-to for minimalist litter bin design. We like the Retro Bin's matte powder-coated finish (in very "now" hues of pastels, called "minerals" by the company), as well as the soft-close MotionControl Whisper lid and ten-year guarantee.