# Graphic Wave Benches The Alexandre Moronnoz Urban Seating Evokes a Futuristic Feel By Meghan Young | Published 2009-11-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexandre-moronnoz-urban-seating References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/8300/alexandre-moronnoz-urban-seating.html) & [moronnoz](http://www.moronnoz.com/) As though bringing the virtual world into the real world, the Alexandre Moronnoz Urban Seating has a very grid-like, graphic feel to it. Manipulating the traditional bench in a Matrix-esque way, we come closer to a more [futuristic public setting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ls24-lounge-system). Made from metal and timber, the Alexandre Moronnoz Urban Seating includes three pieces: muscle, Y and interferences. For more images and info about these optical illusion benches, visit [DesignBoom.com](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/8300/alexandre-moronnoz-urban-seating.html). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Virtual Reality Integration:** Alexandre Moronnoz Urban Seating brings a virtual world aesthetic into real-world seating design, presenting opportunities for VR integration in various industries. - **Graphic-inspired Furniture:** The bench's grid-like, graphic design inspires a trend for graphic-inspired furniture in interior design and decor. - **Futuristic Public Seating:** The Matrix-esque design of Alexandre Moronnoz Urban Seating sparks a trend for futuristic public seating solutions, offering opportunities for innovation in urban planning and architectural design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Manufacturing:** The graphic wave bench trend presents furniture manufacturing companies with opportunities to create eye-catching, unique designs that incorporate graphic elements. - **Interior Design:** The trend for graphic-inspired furniture opens up opportunities for interior design professionals to create visually striking and modern spaces. - **Urban Planning and Architecture:** The futuristic public seating trend presents opportunities for urban planners and architects to incorporate innovative designs into public spaces, enhancing the aesthetic and functionality of cities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Outdoor Space Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mass-public-bench.md) - [Elegantly Airy Outdoor Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arch-bench.md) - [Sculptural Public Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-public-seating.md) - [Sculptural Gravity Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-bench.md) - [Chic Recycled Aluminum Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bello-bench.md) - [Traffic Light-Inspired Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traffic-light-bench.md) - [Threshold Bench Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torii.md) - [Inclusive Modular Cityscape Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-bench.md) - [Playful Outdoor Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-new-raw-1.md)