These September 2016 furniture trends range from functional bench tables to anime-inspired lounge chairs which prove that plush toys are not just for kids. In addition to ThinkGeek's 'Snorlax Bean Bag Chair,' -- a furniture piece that pays tribute to pop culture's recent Pokemon obsession -- other standouts include mystical buddha seats that are illuminated for added effect.
When looking at the month's functional furniture examples, standouts include multipurpose medical desks that offer various uses and storage options along with portable briefcase desks that are ideal for mobile use. For example, Bestmade Company's 'Field' desk can be easily folded out and features hidden writing tool compartments and a felt mat that doubles as the perfect work surface for users.
Top 50 Furniture Trends in September
From Anime-Inspired Lounge Chairs to Functional Bench Tables:
Jana Pijak — Sep 24, 2016 — Art & Design
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Gradient Cabinet Designs
This Wooden Cabinet Has a Textured Look That Makes It Stand Out in a Room
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Table-Shaped Air Conditioners
The 'Air-Tree' Can Reduce Energy Consumption and Costs in the Home
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Aluminum Foil Furniture
This Design Collection was Created from Leftover Materials and Foil
47
Paper-Thin Stone Lampshades
The 'Rock Collection' Features Lampshades Made from Natural Shale
46
Modular Couch Delivery Companies
'Burrow' Delivers Designer Couches That Assemble in Minutes
45
Rapper-Made Furniture Parodies
IKEA Australia Made an Ad That Imagines a Kanye West Collaboration
44
Aquatic Coral Tables
Alexandre Chapelin Recreates The Sea Coral Using Resin in 'La Table'
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Mod-Inspired Shop Interiors
These REDvalentino Shop Interiors Embody Modernism and Retro Glamor
42
Technology-Upcycling Projects
This Company Released New Designs for Its Annual Recycling Project
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Playful Compact Furniture
This Collection is Designed to Be Both Tiny and Functional
40
Dual-Tier Standing Desks
The Gaze Desk's Height Can Be Adjusted to Promote Proper Posture
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Compartmentalized Art Desks
Laura Mrkša Created a Modular Table That Keeps Everything in Reach
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Adaptable Table Couches
The Dartmouth Sofa Convertible & Table Features a Hidden Stand Inside It
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Splattered Organic Furniture
Alon Dodo's Modern Oak Dressers Feature an Imperfect Stain Design
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Sculptural Animal Tables
These Tables Replicate the Image of Animals in Water
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Hidden Desk Compartments
This Desk is Inspired by the Fictional Secret Agent James Bond
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Metal Furniture Collections
This Furniture Line Was Inspired by Decor from the 1920s
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Slimly Supple Dining Chairs
The Synnes Chair's Backrest is Only Six Millimeters Thick
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Illusory Wire Shelves
The 'Field' Bracket by Dmitry Kozinenko Uses Cables to Hold Objects
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Steely Outdoor Furniture
Diemmebi's 'Zeroquidici.015' is a Unique Take on Outdoor Furnishings
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Colonially Inspired Chairs
The Stackable Pudica Chair Alludes to Portuguese Architecture
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Cooperative Dining Tables
'Sati Tala' is a Dining Table for Two with a Balancing Tabletop
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Expedited Furniture Marketplaces
The Dibind Platform Helps Users Quickly Buy & Sell Used Furniture
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Artist-Inspired String Chairs
This Two-Seater is Based on Leonardo da Vinci Sketches
26
Portable Briefcase Desks
The Best Made Field Desk Offers a Mobile Writing Surface for Offsite Work
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Sound-Absorbing Armchairs
This Sophisticated Armchair is Perfect for Work and Privacy
24
Recycled Skateboard Tables
The 'DecksTop Timber' Table is Made from Broken Skateboard Decks
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Augmented Reality Decor Apps
The Ikea Catalog App Helps You Visualize Your Home Decor Ideas
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Anime-Inspired Lounge Chairs
This Giant Pokémon Bean Bag Chair Allows Fans to Rest Comfortably
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Multi-Purpose Medical Desks
This Desk Was Designed to Simplify the Jobs of Doctors and Nurses
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Asymmetrical Freestanding Wardrobes
This Rack is Perfect for People Who Require Extra Closet Space
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Workplace Nap Pods
The Energy Beds Provide a Place to Catch Up on Sleep With a Programmed Rest
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Statue-Inspired Sofas
Ákos Huber's 'Wing Sofa' Takes Inspiration from the Nike of Samothrace
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Collapsible Stackable Stools
The 'Dong Stool' is Designed to Be Stored Easily
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Colorful Avian Armchairs
The Quetzal is a Wingback Chair in an Atypically Conceptual Sense
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Culturally-Inspired Furniture Collections
These Furniture Pieces are Made with Japanese Influences
14
Mobius Strip Chairs
The 'Up-Chair' Borrows Its Design from the Famous Paradox
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Sartorial Furniture Installations
This Australian Installation Celebrates the Humble White Shirt
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Iceberg-Inspired Home Decor
This Stool and Side Table Hybrid Makes a Statement on Climate Change
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Mattress-Advertising Airport Lounges
This Airport Seating Lounge Provides Ultra-Comfortable Seats
10
Laser-Cut Table Tops
These Tables Offer a Modern Twist on a Traditional Design
9
Illuminated Buddha Chairs
The 'Sereno Armchair' Lets Consumers Relax in Buddha's Lap
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Dichroic Glass Tables
These Abstract Tables by 'kukka' Reflect Color and Light
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Ergonomic Trestle Tables
This Desk by Viccarbe Offers a Large Communal Workspace for Offices
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Morphing Smart Moveables
Philips Smart Furniture Offers an Frame Shape that Can Be Customized
5
Beanbag Chair Backpacks
'Bean About' is a Range of Lightweight Beanbags That Fold into Backpacks
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Functional Table Benches
The 'Afteroom Bench' Provides Both a Sitting Area and Workspace in One
3
Preserving Freshness Fridges
LG InstaView Refrigerator Decreases Escaping Cold Air To Sustain Food
2
Tribal Headwear Mirrors
The Marabout-Inspired Tribal Mirror Reflects Headpieces onto Viewers
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Simplified Furniture Ads
'Let's Relax' by IKEA Reminds That Furniture is Meant to Be Functional
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Upcycled Waste Material Furniture
This Cardboard Furniture Design by Lee Lin is Modular
Space-Saving Foldable Desks
Friday Furniture's Clamshell Desk Has an Appealing Design
Posture-Improving Stuffed Animals
Funbaruzu is a Supportive Companion to Help Improve Posture
Modular Cat-Friendly Couches
The 'Quarter Sofa' by SUNRIU Design Has Storage and More
Timeless Furniture Designs
Friends & Founders Embraces Scandinavian Tradition and Craftsmanship
Multifunctional Sleek Furniture
Hoek Home Presents the Modular FLEX Furniture Designs
Timeless Furniture Capsules
EQ3's Spring/Summer 2023 Embraces Simplicity & Head-Turning Aesthetics
Comforting Adaptable Sofa Chairs
The Baby Bird Reincarnation 3-Way Sofa Bed Comes in Five Colors
Modular Storage-Equipped Pet Sofas
The Conceptual Grid Sofa from Sunriu Design is Multifunctional
Mod Fashion House Furniture
The Louis Vuitton 'Binda' Furniture Pieces Were Created with Raw Edges
Ultra-Sophisticated Sofa Designs
Fogia Boasts a Range of Sofa Designs with Swedish Sensibilities
Ultra-Cozy Contemporary Furniture Collections
The Barba Collection by Fogia, Sweden is Stunning
Inconspicuous Pet Furniture
Pilar Pirez Manfredi Designs the TAIPEI Pet Furniture Collection
Multifunctional Modern Furniture
Alessandro Stabile's D-Segno Brand Offers Contemporary Furniture
Industrial Shapeshifting Table Designs
The 'JoinTable' by Bert Masselus is Multifunctional
Mid-Century Modern Furnishings
Todd Hewitt Adds Four Designs to the Last Ditch Series
Esports Furniture Partnerships
Fnatic Partnered with Steelcase to Enhance Player Comfort
Customizable Content Creator Chairs
The Bauhutte Streamers Chair G-210 is Ergonomic and Stylish
Adaptable Ergonomic Office Seating
The 'Moon Chair' by Serena Papait is Comfortable Yet Stylish
Reconfigurable Furniture Designs
Qbit Furniture Adapts to Changing Needs
Sneaker-Inspired Chair Concepts
MarkVonRama Showcases a Series of Nike and Jordan-Inspired Chairs
Ergonomic Multi-Use Desk Furniture
The 'Kabinett' Desk Supports Productivity, Storage and More
Geometric Cutout Side Tables
The Designated Table Collection Features Four Styles
Modular Fold-Out Desk Designs
This Foldable Wooden Workstation Comes to Live When Needed
Angular Transforming Furniture Pieces
The 'Optimus' Furniture Shifts According to Preferences
Portable Air-Filled Sofas
Muji's Sofa Made from Air is Lightweight and Easy to Move
Adaptable Breathability Gaming Chairs
The Razer Fujin Pro Features Synchro-Tilt Technology
Storage-Centric Minimal Furniture
Julian Topor Designs the KURVE Furniture with Storage Spaces
Multifunctional Sleek Oak Furniture
The Team at Kosmos Architects Design the Dice Furniture
Modular Coffee Table Sofas
The 'Silky' Sofa from the Teixeira Design Studio is All-in-One
Iconic Furniture Releases
Fasetti is Reimagining Olof Ottelin's Jumbo Lounge Chair
Intergalactic Gamer Chair Designs
The Starfield x TEMPUR 'Dream Chair' Celebrates the Game
Conscious Experimental Furniture Designs
Vaarnii's Whimsical Furniture Was Presented at Tableau
Scandinavian Modern Furniture Series
Muuto Unveils New Designs with Three Different Studios
Posh Pet-Friendly Chair Designs
The Conceptual 'Quella' Chair by Dhiraj Choudhari is Plywood-Made
Folding Scandinavian Table Designs
The MENU Space Jäger Lounge Table Emulates an Archival Piece
Sleek Multipurpose Crib Furniture
Zhipeng Qiu and Yufeng Lin Present a Unique Chair-Crib Design
Futuristic 3D-Printed Decor Collections
The Sekisai 'CO-BREATHING OBJECTS' Range is Ultra-Modern
Professional Furniture Subscriptions
The Studio Elk Koru WFH Furniture Subscription is Flexible
Gaming-First Furniture Collections
Ikea's 'Brännboll' Collection is Minimalist And Comfortable
Togetherness-Inspired Furniture Capsules
JUNTOS ' Inaugural Furniture Line is Called Coming Home
Chic Comfortable Furnishings
Herman Miller Teams Up with Gabriel Tan on a Pair of New Designs
Shapeshifting Office-Ready Armchairs
The Egoitaliano Smirk Armchair Transforms into a Lounger
Public-Oriented Furniture Exhibits
Furnishing Utopia's Jean Lee Displays Furniture for Public Use
Performance-Driven Ergonomic Office Chairs
Stan Deng's Newtral Magich Chair is Ultra-Adaptable
Dynamic Swedish-Made Furniture
Mizetto Presents its Summer Collection of Bright Designs
Cozy Cat-Friendly Furniture Designs
The Flow Single Sofa by SUNRIUI Has Dedicated Spots for Pets
Cat-Friendly Minimal Desk Concepts
Liam de la Bedoyere Desgisn the Cat Cubby Desk Concept
Snowfall-Inspired Sofa Structures
SUNRIU Design Creates the Minimal Snowhouse Sofa
Quirky Cartoon-Like Furniture Collections
The Flash Furniture Series Has a Bright Yellow Hue
Spring-Ready Modern Furniture
Blu Dot Presents Five New Furniture Solutions for Spring 2023
Striking Storage-Friendly Poufs
The 'Berliner' Pouf by Tugce Sonmez Evin is Multifunctional
Cardboard Box Furniture
The 'Karton' Furniture Collection by Illya Goldman Gubin is Sturdy
Expanding Three-in-One Furniture
The 'Expandy' Adapts to Needs in Seconds Without Tools
Bold-Tonal Organic Furniture Series
Shim Seungyeon Designs the Pressura Stool and Table
Retail Furniture Market Expansions
H&M Home Broadens Out to the US Market with a Distinctive Range
Storage-Attached Chair Designs
The 'Grid Chair' from SUNRIU Design is Thoughtfully Constructed
Therapy-Encouraging Furniture Campaigns
BBDO and IKEA Present the Couch Counseling Campaign
Tailor-Made Furniture Ranges
Last Ditch Design's Capsule Balances Aesthetics and Functionality
Sculptural Furniture Lines
Unform Studio's SaloneSatellite Milan Debut Features 2 New Collections
High Performance Gaming Sofas
Bauhutte Designs the Tailored Ergonomic Gaming Sofa Deluxe
Inaugural Stylish Furniture Collections
Jacquemus' Launches a Beautiful Furniture Line
Transforming Imaginative Furniture Designs
The Kiddie Couch Encourages a Sense of Play
Hollow Multipurpose Armchairs
The Tailor Armchair by SUNRIU Design Prioritizes Efficiency
70s-Inspired Structural Furniture
Nouveau Standard Creates the Collection 12 of Retro Designs
Modular Flatpack Furniture Designs
The 'OPO=O' Multifunctional Furniture Piece Works in Many Ways
Stacked Pebble-Like Furniture
The FIGURE Sofa and Lounge Chair are Inspired by Josef Hoffmann
Ultra-Comfy Seating Collections
FURN OBJECTS Designs a Cushy Lounge Chair and Pouf Set
Playful Furniture Exhibits
SFMOMA Presents Conversation Pieces: Contemporary Furniture in Dialogue
Sleek Minimal Cohesive Furniture
Koichi Futatsumata Designs the Sand Chair of Minimal Forms
Exclusive Portable Furniture Collections
Helinox and OBEY Release Exclusive Portable Furniture
Modular Biodesign Furniture Series
The VANK-CUBE Series are Made from Flax and Hemp Materials
Air-Purifying Stool Seats
The Conceptual 'ZAZEN' Air Purifier by Jiayan Li is Multipurpose
Eco-Friendly Scandinavian Furniture
These VERK Furniture Designs Prioritize Swedish Sustainability
Repairable Flat-Pack Sofas
Takt Launches the Spoke Sofa During 3 Days of Design
Modular Plant-Friendly Furniture
The Blå Station BOB Corner Sofa is Endlessly Reconfigurable
Smart Bulbous Seating Solutions
Mobella Designs the Comfortable Buffo Seating Collection
Human Form-Inspired Furniture Series
Bend Goods Introduces the Tube Collection of Furniture
Relaxed Anti-Distraction Seats
The 'Fortune Chair' Provides a Private Space to Work or Read
Ergonomic Office Chair Designs
The Nouhaus Ergo3d is a Sleek and Luxurious Ergonomic Office Chair
Minimalist Monochromatic Desk Designs
The Arqus Desk Prioritizes an Airy Feel
60s Vintage-Tinged Decor Collections
IKEA Continues to Grow the Nytillverkad Collection
Zodiac-Assigned Furniture Items
IKEA Singapore Unveils Playful Astrology Furniture Connections
Naturalistic Furniture Collections
The RJ Living Back To Nature Collection Prioritizes Tranquility
Minimal Adaptable Furniture Collections
Studio TK Presents the Custom Bevy Collection of Tables
Ergonomic Luxe Comfortable Chairs
Porsche Design Unveils a New Reclining Lounge Chair
Pod-Inspired Bulbous Furniture
One Week Presents Its New Pod Collection of Furniture
Organized Gaming Storage Cabinets
Bauhutte Presents a Special Cabinet for Game Accessories
Open-Air Summer Workstations
The Flipz On Summer Chair Supplies Shade and Supports Snacking
Mobile Desk Side Tables
The 'Willow' Side Table Doubles as a Desk for Impromptu Productivity
Architecture-Inspired Furniture Capsules
SeungBum Ma Designs the Form-Functional Archi-Furniture
Cartoon-Inspired Home Chairs
CELLUTANE and Pokémon Team Up to Release a Sizzlipede Zaisu Chair
Platful Ergonomic Children's Chairs
Studio Lentala Designs the Rom and Lupa Chairs for Children
Versatile Outdoor Furniture Series
Fermob Presents a Look at its Latest Collection of Furniture
Ribbon-Inspired Curvaceous Furniture
LAUN Unveils its New Ribbon Collection of Outdoor Furniture
Sleek Artful Accessible Furniture
ThirdKind Presents its Abigail Collection of Furniture
Cozy Storage-Focused Furniture
The Pocket Chair by Blå Station is Designed by Stone Designs
Versatile Nesting Furniture
Cozmo Debuts the 'Cosy Armchair' and the 'Cosy Cutout Nesting Tables'
Toy Block-Inspired Furniture
The Bloc Collection by From: C is Inspired by Nostalgic Elements
Dynamic Timber Furniture Designs
Didi NG Wing Yin Unveils the New Down to Earth Collection
Juxtaposing Material Furniture Series
Junya Igashami Designs a New Furniture Collection
Connected Gamer Desk Designs
The Thermaltake TOUGHDESK 350 Smart Gaming Desk is Stable
Lightweight Furniture Designs
Helinox and Pendleton Debut a Limited-Edition Collaboration
Expanding Furniture Collections
Fendi Casa Showcased an Expanding Furniture Collection in Milan
Minimalist Meditative Bench Designs
The Pause Bench Offers a Spot to Relax and Reflect
Minimal Seasonal Furniture Designs
Blu Dot Presents a New Collection for the Fall 2023 Season
Laidback Modular Sofa Designs
The Natuzzi 'Bao' Sofa Embraces a Soft, Relaxed Aesthetic
Distinctive Wooden Furniture Series
Karimoku Designs the Seyun Collection for Zaha Hadid Design
Modular Eco-Sourced Cozy Couches
The Transformer Couch is Made with Soft Foam Padding
Colorful Foam-Based Furniture Capsules
NARA Presents the FAMILY Collection of Furniture
Nordic Versatile Outdoor Furniture
Fritz Hansen Introduces the Tradition Series of Furniture
Minimalist Aluminum Furniture Collections
URBANCRAFT Debuts the Monochrome Basics Collection
Chunky Office Furniture
Nienkamper's Beam Collection is an Example of Chic Chunky Furniture
Limited Celebratory Bold Furniture
Michel Ducaroy's Togo Sofa for Ligne Roset Celebrates 50 Years
Playful Sustainable Lounge Furniture
The Beam Collection by Neinkamper is Soft and Curvaceous
Sleek Aluminum Furniture
Petite Friture Designs the Week-End Capsule of Aluminum Furniture
APPI Eco-Friendly Furniture
Sabai Design is a Sustainable Furniture Disruptor Led by Woman Founder
Contemporary Debut Furniture Series
Nine United Launches a New Collection of Furniture
Wilderness-Inspired Furniture Series
Name Place Animal Thing Designs the Habitat Collection
Health-Conscious Gaming Furniture
The EUREKA ERGONOMIC Gaming Desk Has a Wing-Shaped Form
Traditional Chinese-Inspired Wavy Furniture
Sun at Six Designs the New Dynamic Wave Collection
Versatile Modular Couches
The Transformer Couch 2.0 Adds Flexible Style to the Living Room
Sustainable Bamboo Standing Desks
FlexiSpot's Kana Pro Desk is Sleek and Visually Aesthetic
Stylishly Functional Yellow Chairs
Yeeun Son's U-Sofa is an Ideal Solution for Working from Home
Guitar-Holding Benches
Yamaha Design Lab Created This Unique Place to Sit
Sustainable Flat-Packable Hotel Furniture
Fritz Hansen Recently Debuted Its First Outdoor
Customizable Student Furniture
Morgan Li Debuted a 'Make It Your Own' Furniture Program
Personality-Enhancing Side Tables
The ORDO Book Side Table Features Organized Nooks
Unconventional Playful Seating Series
Note Designs the Bau Seating Series for Lammhults
Expanding Nostalgic Furniture Collections
IKEA's Nytillverkad Collection Launched New Pieces
Modern-Tinged Traditional Furniture
Sonal Tuli Designs the New Jaipur Furniture Collection
Posture-Correcting Olive Chairs
HUMAN MADE Taps ayur chair for Another Furniture Collaboration
Stool-Inspired Design Exhibitions
Daisuke Motogi Presents the Hackability of the Stool Show
Repurposed Furniture Design Exhibitions
Honoka Presents the Tatami Refab Project Exhibition
Life-Exploring Colorful Furniture
Arper Presents Five New Collections of Vibrant Furniture
Cocoon-Like Multifunctional Furniture
Yeeun Son Designs the U-Sofa for Multiple Purposes
Deco-Inspired Chunky Furniture
BNF Studio's Mt Curve Big Chair is Comfortable and Versatile
Esports Furniture Marketing Deals
Acend Recruits Yaasa Play for a New Gaming Furniture Partnership
Upcycled Down Furniture Series
Christoph Kurzmann Breathes New Life to Old Furniture
Nature-Inspired Lounge Furniture Series
Encore Presents the Mayland Guest + Lounge Collection