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Hanger Chair

47 Clothes Hangers That You Can Sit On

— July 21, 2008 — Art & Design
One sunny day, designer Vanessa Marie Robinson thought of a clever use for her extra dry cleaner hangers. She just had so many of them that she decided to weld 47 of her coat hangers onto a simple steel structure so she can have a new chair in the house.

I don't know if you can sit on it. But even if it isn't a fully functioning furniture, I think the hanger chair is worth all our praises. The aesthetically pleasing hanger chair was exhibited at Salon International du Design d'Interieur de Montreal and was also featured in the daily newspaper Le Devoir.
Trend Themes
1. Upcycling Furniture Designs - Capitalizing on the increasing interest in sustainability and environmentalism, innovators are creating furniture designs that creatively repurpose everyday objects, such as clothes hangers, into new and functional pieces.
2. Aesthetically-driven Furniture - Furniture designers are experimenting with unique materials, shapes, and structures to create visually stunning and artistic furniture pieces that not only serve a functional purpose but also enhance the overall aesthetic of a space.
3. Hybrid Furniture Designs - Combining functionality with versatility, designers are creating multi-purpose furniture pieces that can be transformed to suit different needs and spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - Innovative furniture designs are positioning interior designers to think outside the box and create unique and personalized spaces that reflect their clients' personalities.
2. Sustainability - By encouraging the upcycling of common household objects and repurposing them into furniture pieces, the sustainability industry has a new area of focus to promote eco-friendly practices.
3. Art and Design Exhibitions - Furniture designs such as the hanger chair can be featured in art and design exhibitions and have the opportunity to attract a wide range of viewers who appreciate unique and creative designs.
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