# Eero Aarnio iBall Get Surround Sound The Ball Chair Becomes an iBall By Tao | Published 2007-07-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aston-powered-chairs References: [store.inmod](http://store.inmod.com/spchbachwisp.html) The 1960 Eero Aarnio Ball Chair was already recognized as one of the most timeless classics. Now, it just got surround sound, " This Ball Chair has been modified and enhanced from the original design for added comfort and functionality. A 7" increase in overall size provides a larger, more comfortable and [lounge-like seating area](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perron-pillo-lounge-chair), while thicker padding makes for a more supportive overall structure. The optional [surround-sound upgrade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eversolo-se100-speakers) transforms this [room within a room](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-introvert-chair) into the ultimate sound chamber. With dozens of standard stain/fire-resistant fabric selections to choose from, and the availability of virtually any exterior color you can dream up." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Enhanced Furniture Design:** The modification of the classic Ball Chair design creates an opportunity for innovation in upgrading established furniture designs for added comfort and functionality. - **Integrated Sound Experience:** The iBall's optional surround-sound upgrade demonstrates potential for integrating audio technology into furniture designs for an immersive multimedia experience. - **Personalized Interior Design:** The availability of virtually any exterior color allows for the possibility of customizable furniture design, showcasing potential for personalized home decor solutions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Design:** The enhanced Ball Chair design provides an opportunity for companies in the furniture industry to explore updated product offerings that fulfill consumers' desires for both aesthetics and functionality. - **Home Audio System:** The iBall's integrated sound feature presents a chance for companies in the home audio system industry to collaborate with furniture designers and develop innovative furniture-audio hybrids. - **Interior Design Services:** The iBall's customizable exterior color options open up opportunities for companies in the interior design industry to offer tailored home decor solutions that prioritize individual expression. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Radical Sculptural Art-Like Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palla.md) - [Peaceful Geometric Hanging Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iko-hanging-chair.md) - [Multi-Position Beanbag Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revolve-chair.md) - [Retro Modular Vibrant Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easy-chair-1.md) - [Childhood-Informed Dome Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-clodette-chair.md) - [Immersive Multi-Room Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multiroom-speaker.md) - [Ceiling-Mounted Orb Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andr-terchanian.md) - [Tennis Ball-Shaped Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hearo.md) - [Natural Sound-Amplifying Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amplification-of-the-senses-chair.md)