The #006 SideSeat is multipurpose piece of furniture that is perfect for small spaces. A desk, chair and storage all in one, it ensures that people get the most out of it without compromising the potentially limited amount of space in their home. In fact, it does the complete opposite. The #006 SideSeat helps to open up more room while providing a compact area to get some work done.
Designed by the Netherlands-based duo Studio Makkink & Bey for Dutch manufacturer PROOFF, the #006 SideSeat may be reminiscent of the carrels found in school libraries, but it is hand's down more stylish. It also is a lot more functional. The seat of the #006 SideSeat swivels to allow various positions, while converting the tabletop into a desk or a side table.
What's Driving This Trend
- Multipurpose Furniture
- There is a rising trend in creating furniture that serves multiple purposes, saving space and time for consumers.
- Compact Living Solutions
- Trends in designing furniture that is space-saving and compactible are on the rise as living spaces become smaller and more limited.
- Swivel Chairs
- Swivel chairs are becoming increasingly popular to create versatile workspaces that can be easily transformed depending on the situation.
Who This Affects Most
- Furniture Manufacturing
- In order to keep up with the demand of consumers in the market, manufacturers must consider how they can create furniture that is both visually appealing and multi-functional, while simultaneously keeping production costs low.
- Real Estate
- As urbanization continues, cities are becoming more densely populated. The real estate industry will soon need to shift priority to design living spaces in a way that maximizes functionality and comfort in shrinking spaces.
- Office Equipment
- With a growing desire for flexible workspaces, office equipment manufacturers can design and create pieces that are easily adjustable and adaptable to various work scenarios.
