# Minimalist Daybed Designs This Simple Lounger Doubles as a Basic Mattress By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-09-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basic-mattress References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/vipp-daybed/) & [vipp](https://www.vipp.com/en/shop/all-products/daybed/) Danish design firm 'VIPP' recently unveiled a [minimalist lounge chair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calma-lounge) that doubles as a basic mattress. For those that have limited space available, daybeds provide the perfect form of hybrid seating. This simple daybed features a minimalist design that fits into nearly any space. The new VIPP daybed features the same minimalist features found in the brand's other furniture. The simple lounger features a sleek aniline leather exterior, which means it is made from the untreated skin of the highest quality hides. The leather top boasts transverse and parallel stitching, which allows it to double as a basic mattress. The lounger sits on top of a sleek aluminum frame that can be adjusted to different heights. The minimalist daybed is perfect for those who are interested in making the most of a small space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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's Driving This Trend - **Minimalist Furniture:** The rise of minimalist furniture opens up opportunities for sleek and efficient designs in various industries. - **Hybrid Seating:** The popularity of hybrid seating solutions drives innovation in creating multifunctional furniture in different sectors. - **Space Optimization:** The growing demand for space-saving furniture encourages the development of compact and versatile designs in multiple industries. ### Who This Affects Most - **Interior Design:** The minimalist daybed trend presents an opportunity for interior designers to create visually appealing yet functional furniture pieces. - **Furniture Manufacturing:** The demand for hybrid seating fuels innovation in furniture manufacturing to produce versatile and space-efficient designs. - **Hospitality:** The adoption of minimalist daybeds by the hospitality industry facilitates the creation of comfortable and stylish lounge areas for guests. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stylishly Modern Daybeds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-daybed.md) - [Minimal Stone Day Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lattice-day-bed.md) - [Beachside Modern Daybed Setups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contour-daybed.md) - [Wooden Structural Outdoor Bedes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hut-lounge-bed.md) - [Vibrant Chaise Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versarest.md) - [Adventurous Versatile Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipster-seat.md) - [Upholstery-Free Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/massproductions.md) - [Minimal Outdoor Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bask-lounge.md) - [Elegant Exterior Lounge Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lounge-bed.md)