# Topographic Office Furnishings Benoit Challand's Fold Yard Series Challenges Cubical Designs By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-05-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benoit-challand References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/fold-yard-by-benoit-challand) & [benoitchalland](http://benoitchalland.com) The Fold Yard series by Benoit Challand transforms classic typographic designs into [practical furniture pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dust-order) that are built at a large scale. The eight letters used to spell out "Fold Yard" are transformed into unique office elements that house work station and [storage units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabinet) of different sizes. These Large-scale workstations are a great alternative to cubicles and are a stunning accent for publishing houses and editorial offices that are in need of a fresh redesign. French designer Benoit Challand embraces [open office systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/officetopia) with his Fold Yard series that converts classic multi-functional desks into typography inspired cubicles. Different letters of the alphabet make up the series, each transforming to a unique office solution that is both visually stunning and practical for users. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Typography-inspired Office Furniture:** There is an opportunity for designers and manufacturers to create office furniture inspired by typography that combines visual appeal with practicality. - **Large-scale Workstations:** The trend of large-scale workstations presents an opportunity for companies to create spacious and versatile office solutions that can replace traditional cubicles. - **Open Office Systems:** The shift towards open office systems opens up opportunities for designers to create innovative furniture solutions that promote collaboration and flexibility. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Office Furniture:** The office furniture industry can capitalize on the trend of typography-inspired furniture and large-scale workstations by offering innovative and visually appealing products tailored for modern office environments. - **Design and Manufacturing:** Designers and manufacturers can seize the opportunity to create and produce large-scale workstations that meet the demand for open office systems and contribute to workspace innovation. - **Interior Design and Architecture:** Interior designers and architects have a chance to leverage the trend of open office systems by incorporating typography-inspired office furniture and large-scale workstations into their designs to create visually striking and functional workspaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fold-Down Workstation Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workspace-furniture-solution.md) - [Bench Wall Furniture Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubicle.md) - [Folded Metal Sheet Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldy.md) - [Modular Fold-Out Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-wooden-workstation.md) - [Fold-Out WFH Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/writing-bureau.md) - [People-Pleasing Office Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubicle-system.md) - [Fold-Away Sleek Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flip-desk.md) - [Sculptural Wall Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-wall-desk.md) - [Modular Configured Office Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabinet.md)