The aesthetic properties of foam are being explored by contemporary designers
Trend - Commonly used for cushioning, packaging, and even wall insulation, foam is now being tested in the furniture industry by designers who are pushing the material's limits with respect to aesthetic and even functionality.
Insight - Contemporary consumers are always on the look-out for novelty items that can serve as an enhancement of their personal aesthetic by making them seem interesting and innovative. This can be applied both to their personal style, as well as their home and workplace. This desire to keep up appearances is tied to the increasing use of social media and digital platforms as a means to socialize and get ahead professionally.
Insight - Contemporary consumers are always on the look-out for novelty items that can serve as an enhancement of their personal aesthetic by making them seem interesting and innovative. This can be applied both to their personal style, as well as their home and workplace. This desire to keep up appearances is tied to the increasing use of social media and digital platforms as a means to socialize and get ahead professionally.
Workshop Question - How can your brand bring novelty to the consumer experience?
Trend Themes
1. Foam Furniture as an Aesthetic Element - The use of foam in furniture design is now being explored as a means of introducing a new aesthetic element.
2. Sustainable Production with Upcycling - The ethical use of materials for furniture design that adheres to sustainability trends, through the upcycling of waste to create pieces that are both functional and artistic.
3. Morphing Design for Comfort Functions - Furniture design that reacts to a users' preferences or accommodates their form, showcasing an innovative way of approaching comfort design.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design and Manufacturing - Exploring the potential of foam as a new material for furniture design.
2. Home Decor Retail - Offering new design pieces that showcase innovative use of unusual materials to customers looking to update their home decor.
3. Sustainable Production Manufacturing - Incorporating waste products into design for furniture production.
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Date Range:
Mar 19 — Dec 20
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