# Sleek Cityscape Seaters The Anthropologie Arlo Sofa Features a Photo-Printed Image of Venice By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-09-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthropologie-arlo-sofa References: [anthropologie](http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/25313933.jsp) The [Anthropologie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farm-rios) Arlo Sofa features a sleek and elongated shape reminiscent of a [retro seater style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1977-sofa). The chic couch features a one-of-a-kind design that is synonymous with the distinctive products carried by the Anthropologie brand. From its natural wood finish and sturdy hand-tied seat construction to its durable and easy-to-clean cotton cover, this dynamic furniture piece is both eye-catching and unique. The Argo Sofa is not only a hipster's dream home accessory, but also an artful canvas for lovers of travel. The seater boasts an impressive cityscape view of Venice captured on camera and photo-printed onto its upholstery. The dreamy image features views of the aged buildings and vast waters that the [Italian city](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avant-and-varenna) is known for. This image is then infused with wireframe architectural illustrations, showcased overtop the original photos. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro Seater Style:** Opportunity for creating modern furniture pieces with a nostalgic design aesthetic. - **Artful Canvas Furniture:** Opportunity to incorporate printed images onto furniture to create unique and personalized pieces. - **Wireframe Architectural Illustrations:** Opportunity to combine artistic illustrations with realistic photographs to create visually striking products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation can involve incorporating unconventional designs or printing techniques into furniture production. - **Home Decor Retail:** Opportunity for home decor retailers to offer unique and personalized furniture options that showcase art and design. - **Photography and Printing:** Opportunity for photographers and printing companies to collaborate with furniture manufacturers to create custom printed furniture pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Decadent Lounge Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poet-sofa.md) - [Futuristic Comfortable Sustainable Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anagram-sofa.md) - [Plush Oversized Sectionals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/albany-park-kova-pit-sofa.md) - [Modular Italian Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-l.md) - [Organically Shaped Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repose-sofa.md) - [Plush Sculptural Lounge Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rokko.md) - [Denim-Upholstered Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/denimupholstered-sofas.md) - [Ultra-Sophisticated Sofa Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrasophisticated-sofa-designs.md) - [Sail-Inspired Majestic Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vela-sofa.md)