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Vase-Clenching Coffee Tables

Grip Satellite Table Combines a Planter and a Piece of Furniture

— May 13, 2011 — Art & Design
Sometimes the answer to reducing clutter in a home is to opt for a object like the Grip Satellite Table, which performs two functions in one.

The fetching piece of furniture was designed by Satyendra Pakhalé as an adaptation of a simple living room side table, adapted to include a projecting hole for the placement of a vase specially sculpted to fit with the set.

The result is a small circular counter with minimal surface area removed to accommodate the flower pot. A bright and beautiful bouquet can be easily sunken into the piece, offsetting the stark whitewashed aesthetic with vibrantly colored blossoms. Giving an otherwise nearly plain object into a quirky asymmetrical stand, the Grip Satellite Table's defining floral feature would make it a focal point in any room.
Trend Themes
1. Multifunctional Furniture - Designing furniture that serves multiple purposes, such as combining a planter and a piece of furniture, can help reduce clutter and enhance the functionality of a space.
2. Integration of Nature - Incorporating elements of nature, like flower pots, into furniture designs can add a touch of beauty and bring nature indoors.
3. Quirky Standalone Pieces - Creating unique and eye-catching standalone pieces, like the Grip Satellite Table with its asymmetrical floral feature, can make a statement and become a focal point in any room.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - Furniture designers can explore the concept of integrating multiple functions into their designs to offer practical and space-saving solutions for consumers.
2. Home Decor - The home decor industry can embrace the trend of incorporating natural elements like flower pots into various products, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of interior spaces.
3. Interior Design - Interior designers can incorporate standout furniture pieces with quirky features like the Grip Satellite Table to create unique and visually pleasing spaces for their clients.
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