# Rustic Sheepskin Sofas This Animal Fur Sofa by 'Sentient Furniture' is Naturally-Sourced By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2013-07-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-fur-sofa References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2013/07/08/long-wool-sofa-by-sentient-furniture/) & [sentientfurniture](http://www.sentientfurniture.com/sentient-long-wool-sofa) This [animal fur sofa](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aifunghi) by Sentient Furniture is made of [Icelandic sheepskin wool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-la-escocesa). The fur of the 'Long Wool Sofa' has subtle variations in color from the natural coloring of the sheep's fur. The sofa's hairiness makes it quite rustic and even more so with a frame made up of [reclaimed oak boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bruton-sofa) ranging from anywhere from 150-200 years old. The wood is full of knots and holes from nails that show off its character. The sturdiness and rigidity of the wood planks contrasts beautifully with the softness of the long wool, although their colors compliment one another beautifully. Each sofa is made to order and since the fur and the wooden boards are naturally sourced, each piece of furniture is completely unique. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Naturally-sourced Furniture:** Opportunity for companies to create furiture with natural resources and promote environmentally friendly products. - **Rustic Interior Design:** Opportunity for companies to create interior design products that merge natural and industrial materials. - **Unique Handcrafted Products:** Opportunity for companies to target luxury consumers who value one-of-a-kind products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture:** Companies within the furniture industry can explore the use of natural resources to create unique designs and promote sustainable practices. - **Interior Design:** Interior design companies can incorporate rustic design elements to create a cozy and unique atmosphere for their clients. - **Fashion and Accessories:** Companies in the fashion and accessories industry can explore the use of natural resources and fur in their products while promoting sustainable and ethical production. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Snowfall-Inspired Sofa Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowhouse-sofa.md) - [Sheep Fleece Fiberglass-Like Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/welsh-mountain-hembury-chair.md) - [Fuzzy Modern Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuzzy-modern-chair.md) - [Juxtaposed Materials Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wool-diaries-collection.md) - [Plush Sculptural Lounge Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rokko.md) - [Reimagined Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yves-salomon.md) - [Organically Shaped Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repose-sofa.md) - [Comfy Sofa-Inspired Pet Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sofa-pet-bed.md) - [Curved Bed-Inspired Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velar-sofa.md)