# Collapsible Puzzle Furnishings The Seer Table Boasts an Space Saving and Expandable Design By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-10-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Expandable-Design References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/seer-table-matthew-bridges-design/) & [matthewbridgesdesign](http://www.matthewbridgesdesign.co.uk/portfolio_details_table.html) The SEER table is a expandable design solution for modern homes that are limited in their size. The furniture piece was created by Matthew Bridges Design and focuses on aesthetics, function and space saving design. While most [modular design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agni-modular) can lack in the style department, this [collapsible table](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnolia-extendable-dining-table) is elegant and practical for dinner parties or large family gatherings. Once opened to its full size, the table takes on a diamond-like shape and seats up to eight people. When folded, the table becomes half the size of its larger look and can seat four people in a comfortable way that saves space. This expandable design item is a smart choice for [small homes or lofty apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/florin-court-flat) that are limited in their square footage. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Expandable Furniture:** Manufacturers can create and market other collapsible furnishings that save space but are still stylish and functional. - **Modular Design:** Modular design can improve the aesthetic appeal of household items without sacrificing functionality. - **Small Space Solutions:** There is a growing need for creative solutions for compact living spaces in urban areas. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture:** The furniture industry can revolutionize small space living by introducing stylish and functional expandable items that can cater to a growing market. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can incorporate modular, space-saving designs into their projects to create more livable spaces for clients. - **Architecture:** Architects can design more compact and efficient spaces by taking advantage of modular furnishings and designs that save space and improve liveability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Industrial Shapeshifting Table Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jointable.md) - [Modular Table Seatings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-table-and-chair.md) - [Compact Outdoor Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-1.md) - [Puzzling Removable Tray Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conceptual-puzzle-table.md) - [Reversable Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse.md) - [Multifuntional Modular Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-transformer-table.md) - [Dynamic Sculptural Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-transformation-table.md) - [Elegant Extending Dining Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnolia-extendable-dining-table.md) - [Interlocking Puzzle-Like Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connect-table.md)