# Deceptively Uncomfortable Pillows This Brick Pillow is a Softie on the Inside By Nicole Ballantyne-Choo | Published 2013-08-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brick-pillow References: [thisiswhyimbroke](http://www.thisiswhyimbroke.com/brick-pillow) After a tough day at work, a brick pillow may look like an uncomfortable headrest. However, this [patterned cushion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillow-cover) is far from harsh. This pillow is perfect for a quick nap on the couch. This design may deceive your guests into thinking you live in a hard, cold atmosphere, but one touch and they'll instantly fall in love with the [plushy accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squishpillow-by-original-squishmallows). While the brick print may not look very family-friendly, this pillow would work well in the apartment of a hip young couple or for students looking to dress up their place with simple accents. The brick pillow would also make a good prank accompaniment. People will squirm if they think you're bashing your head against a [brick wall](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/in-a-park)! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Deceptive Design:** Designing products that are visually misleading but pleasantly unexpected. - **Comfortable Paradox:** Creating products that represent two contrasting elements, like comfort and discomfort. - **Tactile Illusion:** Using materials and textures to create an illusion of a different object. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** Designing pillows, blankets and other accessories with deceptive design elements. - **Prank and Gag Gifts:** Creating humorous products that use deceptive design in their construction. - **Interior Design:** Incorporating tactically misleading products into interior design schemes for artistic effect and surprise. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Oversized Hollow Pillow Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floof-snuggle-sack-and-floor-pillow.md) - [Ultra-Relaxed Sofa Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-perron-pillo.md) - [Comforting Pillow Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comforting-pillow.md) - [Stacked Brick-Like Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-brick-modular-sofa.md) - [Cheeky Self-Care Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/do-not-disturb-decor.md) - [Pavement Brick Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unipaver.md) - [Enveloping Sofa Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perron-pillo.md) - [Weighted Knot Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hugget.md) - [Vibrant Designer Decor Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designer-decor-pillow.md)