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Bentu Design Create the Zhi and Kou Pieces

Bentu Design has come up with a set of furniture that doesn't look all that comfortable to sit on, but it's certainly modern.

The pieces are called Zhi and Kou, which when translated into Chinese characters actually look like the final pieces. This is where the artist found inspiration, and translated it into a working furniture design (although most likely not the most comfortable)! One piece even takes on the frame of an aged TV, with the box part on top and four legs attached underneath. The furniture can be used as shelving, a table or even seating, making it a multipurpose design.

Various colors are available for the legs, so that people can match them to their personal preference.

Photo Credits: designboom, bentudesign

Multipurpose Furniture
There is an opportunity for the furniture industry to produce more multipurpose designs that cater to small space living.
Sustainable Materials
Using eco-friendly materials for furniture production is a trend that can disrupt the market and appeal to environmentally-conscious consumers.
Cultural Inspiration
Incorporating cultural inspiration into furniture design can create unique and eye-catching pieces that appeal to a diverse audience.

Where This Applies

Furniture Manufacturing
The furniture industry can benefit from exploring sustainable materials and innovative designs that cater to changing consumer needs.
Interior Design
As the demand for sustainable and unique furniture grows, there is an opportunity for interior design professionals to cater to eco-conscious clients with diverse taste.
Home Decor
Home decor companies can capitalize on cultural inspiration in furniture design and offer multipurpose pieces that align with changing consumer lifestyles and needs.
SCORE
4.7 out of 10
GENDER
30% Men70% Women
MARKETTop markets: Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 81%
Activity 53%
Freshness 8%

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