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Cooler-Embedded Counters

The Beer Gutter Picnic Table is a Summer Time Must-Have

— June 23, 2012 — Art & Design
The beer gutter picnic table integrates two summer time essentials into one convenient design. This hybrid outdoor table allows party patrons to keep their brews chilled without missing out on the conversation.

Designed by the Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects, the seemingly ordinary picnic table includes a built-in steel compartment along the center of the counter. The gutter is filled with ice and presto -- you've got a stylish backyard cooler. The table is also designed with a pop-up drain that makes clean up easy and mess-free.

If you are feeling extra crafty this season, this modification could easily be done with a little elbow grease and creative upcycling. If you take the middle plank off a standard picnic table, you could insert a rainfall gutter into the opening and secure with screws.
Trend Themes
1. Hybrid Furniture - The integration of multiple functionalities into one piece of furniture opens up opportunities for innovative designs that enhance convenience and efficiency.
2. Built-in Coolers - The incorporation of coolers into various furniture designs provides a practical and stylish solution for keeping beverages chilled during outdoor gatherings.
3. Creative Upcycling - The trend of repurposing and modifying existing furniture allows for personalized and eco-friendly designs, fostering creativity and sustainability.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Furniture - The outdoor furniture industry can leverage the trend of hybrid furniture to create versatile and functional products that enhance the outdoor experience.
2. Hospitality and Events - The hospitality and events industry can benefit from the use of built-in coolers in furniture, providing convenient beverage storage solutions for outdoor venues and parties.
3. DIY and Home Improvement - The DIY and home improvement industry can cater to the trend of creative upcycling by offering tools, materials, and inspiration for individuals to repurpose and modify furniture according to their unique preferences.
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