# Foamy Furniture The Benjamin Hubert Pod Chair is a Room Within a Room By Corinne Guirgis | Published 2011-05-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benjamin-hubert-pod-chair References: [mechanicaldummy](http://www.mechanicaldummy.com/05/04/11/pod-chair-benjamin-hubert) & [benjaminhubert](http://www.benjaminhubert.co.uk/projects/pod/) After two years of research and development, the [Benjamin Hubert](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adkins) pod chair has finally been released! Designed by Benjamin Hubert in collaboration with Devorm, the pod chair is created entirely from recycled PET bottles. Following the "[room within a room](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kabin)" design, which highlights [acoustic privacy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonus-m), the chair is designed to make its users feel relaxed and separated from the clutter of everyday life. In essence, it serves as a shell from the outside world, with the height of the chair falling above the user's head. According to Mechanical Dummy, "The felt allows for a distinctive aesthetic as well as offering sound dampening properties to increase the sensation of privacy." Privacy, comfort, aesthetic appeal -- the Benjamin Huber pod chair is the perfect spot for both work and relaxation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Acoustic Privacy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new furniture designs that prioritize acoustic privacy to meet the growing demand for quiet and secluded spaces in open-plan offices. - **Sustainable Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create furniture using recycled materials to cater to the increasing consumer demand for eco-friendly and sustainable products. - **Multi-functional Furniture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design versatile furniture pieces that serve multiple purposes, such as providing both comfort and a workspace, to adapt to the changing needs of consumers who seek flexible solutions. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate innovative materials and designs into the furniture industry to create unique and eco-friendly products that cater to changing consumer preferences. - **Office Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Redefine office layouts and furniture arrangements to prioritize acoustic privacy and promote a more productive and comfortable work environment. - **Sustainability:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop eco-friendly solutions and sustainable practices within the furniture industry to address environmental concerns and meet consumer demand for green products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Relaxed Anti-Distraction Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fortune-chair.md) - [Sustainable Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chatpod-700.md) - [Avian-Inspired Privacy Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peacock-chair-concept.md) - [Customizable Office Privacy Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bay-work-pod.md) - [Wellbeing-Harnessing Fan-Like Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shanti-chair.md) - [Contemporary Office Privacy Booths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plenum-cabin-by-jaime-hayon-for-fritz-hansen.md) - [Sustainable Office Meeting Booths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-office-meeting-booth.md) - [Cocoon Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-introvert-chair.md) - [Minimalist Private Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarlux-soundproof-space.md)