# Bio Furnishings Biodegradable furnishings set a new precedent for interior design. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Aug 11, 2020 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/bio-furnishings ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.8/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Bio Furnishings trend? **Bio Furnishings:** Environmentally friendly, biodegradable home and retail furnishings are on the rise as designers and consumers look to reduce their environmental foot print. Everything from beds and carpets to restaurant furniture are being adapted with biodegradable materials. ## The consumer insight behind the Bio Furnishings trend When it comes to environmental consciousness, consumers are increasingly aware that changing minor aspects of their daily routines won't make an enormous impact on the bigger picture. The larger goal is to shift production and create more regulations for the companies responsible for environmental damage. While they push for this, they still feel a sense of responsibility and look for more ways to alter their habits to minimize their own personal impact--whether that's reducing their use of straws or finding eco-friendly investment pieces. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Apr 15, 2019 to Jan 7, 2022 - Published: Aug 11, 2020 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Bio Furnishings trend ### Biodegradable Furnishings A rise in the use of biodegradable materials for furnishings presents an opportunity for companies to produce eco-friendly decor items. ### Zero-Waste Restaurants The concept of zero-waste in restaurants has created the possibility for sustainable menu choices and dining experiences that's eco-friendly and improves waste repurposing techniques. ### Sustainable Interior Furniture Consumers are seeking avant-garde furniture designs with eco friendly features such as recyclable and biodegradable materials. ## What the Bio Furnishings trend means for industry ### For Interior Design Interior designers can take advantage of the biodegradable furnishings trend and incorporate eco-friendly materials into their designs. ### For Sustainability Consulting Sustainability consultants can educate businesses and help them adopt zero-waste policies to reduce their environmental impact. ### For Luxury Furniture Manufacturing Manufacturers of luxury furniture pieces can use eco-friendly materials to create unique and avant-garde designs that cater to the demands of aesthete clientele. ## Workshop question How is your brand holding itself accountable when it comes to its impact on the environment? ## Trend signals for Bio Furnishings Trend score 5.8 out of 10, from popularity 76%, activity 89%, freshness 11%. - Popularity: 76% - Activity: 89% - Freshness: 11% ## Examples of the Bio Furnishings trend 5 featured examples from Apr 15, 2019 to Jan 7, 2022. - [All-Cardboard Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-cafe-in-mumbai): The 'Cardboard' Cafe in Mumbai is Constructed with an Eco-Friendly Material (Category: Eco) Implication: The architecture industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating cardboard as a sustainable and cost-effective material for building construction. - [Sculptural Avant-Garde Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interior-furniture): EXCLUSIVE MW Interior Furniture Shares Mix-and-Match Seating (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The mix-and-match aspect of the new furniture range presents opportunities for disruption in interior design. - [Eco-Friendly Biodegradable Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biodegradable-bed): The Horizontal Button Bed is Made with Replaceable Parts (Category: Eco) Implication: Furniture manufacturers can explore sustainable materials and innovative designs, such as the Horizontal Button Bed, to create eco-friendly products. - [Zero-Waste Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silo-restaurant): The Silo Restaurant in East London Features a Sustainable Menu and Interior (Category: Eco) Implication: Integrating sustainable and biodegradable materials in interior design can disrupt the industry by offering eco-friendly alternatives to traditional materials. - [Eco-Conscious Rug Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loomy-rugs): The LOOMY Rugs are Handwoven and Made with Sustainable Materials (Category: Eco) Implication: Opportunity for home decor brands to develop eco-conscious collections. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Eco - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Intelligent Private Grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara-core-powers) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)