# Chic Recycled Aluminum Benches The 'Bello!' Bench Has a Textured Finish for Indoor or Outdoor Use By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-04-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bello-bench References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2023/04/15/versatile-indoor-outdoor-bench-made-from-recycled-aluminum-is-inspired-by-the-texture-of-pasta/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=versatile-indoor-outdoor-bench-made-from-recycled-aluminum-is-inspired-by-the-texture-of-pasta) & [beller.no](https://beller.no/)  The 'Bello!' bench has been designed by Lars Beller Fjetland for [Hydro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-field-desk) as a versatile seating solution that's ready for use either indoors or out to suit different needs. The bench is characterized by its [sculpted form](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strate-bench) that's accented with a ribbed texture to give it a touch of visual intrigue, which is inspired by penne rigate pasta for a tactile feeling against the skin. The bench is constructed out of [recycled aluminum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bultan-chair) to give it an inherent sense of rigidity, while also making it lightweight and durable enough for daily use year-round. The 'Bello!' bench is designed in several eye-catching colors that range from simple to chromatic and was described by Fjetland who said, "The subtle ridges add so much value – you just have to run your fingers across the surface. These tactile discoveries mean so much to me." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 15% - 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) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Recycled Furniture:** There is an opportunity to explore using recycled material in creating furniture that is beautiful, durable and eco-friendly. - **Sculptural Seating:** By exploring unique sculptural forms for seating solutions, designers can introduce a playful dimension to everyday furniture. - **Tactile Textures:** Integrating standout textures in furniture pieces can create an engaging user experience and heighten senses beyond just sight. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Design:** Designers can tap on the potential of recycled materials, structural form exploration, and unique textures to develop fresh furniture pieces. - **Sustainability:** Moving towards sustainable manufacturing and design practices can help businesses saves costs in the long run while promoting an eco-friendly image. - **Outdoors and Garden:** Creating durable and versatile furniture for outdoor use opens opportunities to create furniture that withstands different weathers and adds charm to the garden or patio. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Resin Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cresta.md) - [Threshold Bench Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torii.md) - [Sustainable Paper-Infused Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/detalji-bench.md) - [Modular Aluminum Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gb-modular-bench.md) - [Playful Outdoor Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-new-raw-1.md) - [Sleek Public Seating Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leftover-bench.md) - [Industrial Wrapped Plywood Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-bench.md) - [Tactile Aluminum Outdoor Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-outdoor-furniture.md) - [Bike-Friendly Outdoor Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinajarro-bench.md)