# Inscribed Outdoor Seating The Boex Letter Bench is a Welcoming Sight for Visitors By Meghan Young | Published 2009-10-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boex-letter-bench References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/7739/letter-bench-by-boex.html) & [boex](http://www.boex.co.uk/projects/letter-bench) There is no more wonderful way to welcome hospital visitors and seat sitters alike than with this Boex Letter Bench. Designed in the shape of a postcard, the [public seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adp-bench) is inscribed with a special letter. Hand-carved into the [wooden bench](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sit-down-to-read) is an actual letter from a patient at a Bristol-based hospital. A beautiful sentiment, the Boex Letter Bench encapsulates the hospitals own thoughtful ideals. After looking through the gallery, make sure you check out Boex’s website for more of their inspiring projects and designs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 - **Inscribed Outdoor Seating:** The trend of inscribing meaningful messages on outdoor seating, creating a personalized and welcoming experience for visitors. - **Hand-carved Wooden Designs:** The trend of incorporating intricate hand-carved designs into furniture, adding an element of artistry and craftsmanship. - **Thoughtful Public Seating:** The trend of creating public seating that reflects the values and ideals of the surrounding environment, fostering a sense of connection and inclusivity. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** Opportunity for hotels, restaurants, and event venues to enhance their outdoor seating areas with inscribed benches, creating a unique and memorable experience for guests. - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artisans and furniture designers to explore the use of hand-carved wooden elements in their creations, elevating the aesthetic appeal and value of their products. - **City Planning and Urban Design:** Opportunity for urban planners and architects to incorporate thoughtful public seating into urban spaces, enriching the community experience and promoting social interaction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dual Sculpture Seating Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immaterial-0001.md) - [Chic Recycled Aluminum Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bello-bench.md) - [Artfully Crafted Public Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/us-her-him.md) - [Sculptural Public Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-public-seating.md) - [Minimalist Meditative Bench Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pause-bench.md) - [Paper Cord-Wrapped Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-bench.md) - [Curvacious Oak Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oak-seating.md) - [Childhood Connection-Promoting Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buddy-bench1.md) - [Tranquil Reading Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chapters-furniture.md)