# Design-Forward Lift Assist Chairs Red Barrel Studio's Seating Solution Come in Three Chic Colors By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-04-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/assist-chair References: [wayfair](https://www.wayfair.ca/furniture/pdp/red-barrel-studio-cress-power-lift-assist-wall-hugger-recliner-rdbl9202.html?piid=28676954) The selling point of Red Barrel Studio's lift assist chair is the exceptionally design-forward aesthetic. The piece presents a [slick, monochromatic recliner](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calma-lounge-by-layer) that is specially developed to fit and satisfy the needs of an older consumer. Although great emphasis has been put on the [comfort levels of the chair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflect-1), Red Barrel Studios also paid attention to the appearance of the product, realizing that the feature might sway the purchasing decisions of more style-minded consumers. The lift assist chair comes in three colorways — creme, brown and black, and it boasts a wired controller with buttons that initiate lifting and reclining actions. The piece is upholstered with a polyester blend and the total weight capacity of the assist chair is 300 pounds. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Design-forward Aesthetics:** The trend of design-forward aesthetics in products for older consumers presents an opportunity for innovative and stylish lift assist chairs. - **Comfort-driven Design:** The trend of emphasizing comfort in lift assist chairs creates an opportunity for disruptive innovation in materials, ergonomics, and support systems. - **Style-conscious Purchasing:** The trend of style-conscious purchasing decisions among consumers opens up opportunities for lift assist chairs that combine functionality with trendy designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Manufacturing:** The furniture manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of design-forward aesthetics by creating lift assist chairs that cater to the preferences of style-minded consumers. - **Assistive Technology:** The assistive technology industry can tap into the trend of comfort-driven design to develop innovative lift assist chairs that prioritize the well-being and support needs of older individuals. - **Home Decor and Interior Design:** The home decor and interior design industry can benefit from the trend of style-conscious purchasing by offering lift assist chairs that seamlessly blend into trendy and modern living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elderly Extended Arm Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/troi-chair.md) - [Responsive Recliner Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/davidhugh-aiora.md) - [Stylishly Comfortable Recliners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-living-king-cloud-recliner.md) - [Luxe Lounge Motorized Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-resilience.md) - [Airy Ergonomic Studio Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elgato-embrace.md) - [Voice-Enabled Recliner Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sitjoy-smartsofa.md) - [Breath-Responsive Recliners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aiora.md) - [Powered Ergonomic Recliner Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-gravity-recliner.md) - [Comfort-Focused Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accent-chair.md)