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Eccentric Tetris-Style Sofas

To Gather Presses the Piecing of Odd Modules Together

— January 19, 2012 — Art & Design
Living rooms and waiting rooms alike could be much improved with the incorporation of To Gather by Studio Lawrence. The eclectic collection of seating objects creates an assortment of curious configurations, ideal for accommodating anything from isolating environments to intimate conversations and large group gatherings.

There appear to be six different units which make up a complete set, consisting of a chair, a loveseat couch, an upturned L-shaped armrest, a rectangular cushion and two V-shaped dividers of obtuse and acute angles. The lot of them have been designed with peculiar modular geometries that allow them to be joined together like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle.

The arrangements and combinations are utterly endless, made more playful yet with the integration of bold colorful upholstery. To Gather by Studio Lawrence brings an element of fun and flexibility to furniture arranging.
Trend Themes
1. Modular Furniture - The To Gather sofa collection demonstrates the trend of modular furniture, allowing for endless custom arrangements and configurations.
2. Flexible Seating - To Gather provides a flexible seating solution that can be easily adjusted to accommodate different environments and group sizes.
3. Colorful Upholstery - The integration of bold and colorful upholstery in To Gather reflects the trend of incorporating vibrant and expressive design elements in furniture.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - The modular and flexible nature of To Gather presents an opportunity for the furniture manufacturing industry to create innovative and customizable seating solutions.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers can leverage the trend of modular furniture with To Gather to create unique and adaptable living spaces.
3. Hospitality - The flexible seating configurations of To Gather make it suitable for hospitality spaces, providing an opportunity for the industry to enhance customer experiences.
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