# Screw Thread Chairs 'Beyond Function' by Hila Shilon References Workers' Rebellion By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2010-10-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyond-function-by-hila-shilon References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Beyond-Function/756855) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/hilashilon) 'Beyond Function' by Hila Shilon is an [art chair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pratone-chair) inspired by the working class outskirts of society, according to the designer. The chair, comprised of wood and screw threads, certainly rebels from our traditional view of a seat, with its exposed, bent screws and gutted-out wood. See more shots of 'Beyond Function' by Hila Shilon above, and be sure to read a snippet of the artist's statement on the piece below. **Implications** - 'Beyond Function' by Hila Shilon is brilliant in how it operated both as a [functional piece and an art object](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immaterial-0001) that tells a distinct story about workers' rebellion. Pieces that are made from [materials from disparate sources](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-limbo-chair) are always very interesting. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, 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 - **Art Chair Design:** There is a trend of creating art chairs that incorporate elements of rebellion and storytelling. - **Functional Art Objects:** Functional pieces that also serve as art objects are gaining popularity in design. - **Use of Disparate Materials:** Using materials from different sources to create unique furniture pieces is becoming more prevalent. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Design:** Furniture designers can explore creating chairs that are not only functional but also tell a story and evoke emotions. - **Artistic Home Decor:** The trend of functional art objects opens up opportunities for artists and designers to create unique home decor pieces that are both practical and visually appealing. - **Sustainable Materials:** Using disparate materials for furniture design can encourage the exploration of sustainable and eco-friendly options, such as upcycling or using salvaged materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Waste-Incorporated Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-chairs.md) - [Unexpected Boundary-Pushing Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atypical-chair.md) - [Sprouting Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-chair-on-grass.md) - [Recycled Dynamic Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bultan-chair.md) - [Bungee Cord Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcord-chair.md) - [Sleek Steel Structural Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/combchair.md) - [Fishing-Inspired Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akos-huber.md) - [Experimental Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philipp-aduatz.md) - [Perforated Steel Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stamping-chair.md)