# Flexible Forest Benches Carolien Laro Designs a Simple, Naturalistic Seat By Matt Ho | Published 2011-01-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carolien-laro References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2011/01/05/spring-wood-by-carolien-laro/#more-109633) & [carolienlaro.nl](http://www.carolienlaro.nl/) Dutch graduate designer Carolien Laro has designed an innovative bench called the ‘Spring Wood.’ What sets this apart from other benches is that the wood on the surface is actually flexible. Although it may look simple, the process was both complex and laborious with Carolien Laro investing 600 hours to complete her work. The collection includes a [three-seater bench](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bench-for-two) and [three stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balance-bench) with [one on wheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheelbench-krllermller-edition), one without. Check out what Carolien Laro can do in the gallery. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 41% | 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) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Flexible Furniture Design:** Innovative designs that incorporate flexibility in furniture for improved comfort and functionality. - **Nature-inspired Design:** Designs that draw inspiration from nature and incorporate organic features and materials are increasingly popular. - **Handmade and Custom Furniture:** Consumers are seeking unique, handmade pieces that are customizable and reflect their individual style and taste. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture:** The furniture industry can benefit from incorporating innovative designs that use flexible materials and natural features to create unique pieces. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can use furniture that incorporates unique features and materials to create visually stunning and functional spaces inspired by nature. - **Craftsmanship:** The craftsmanship industry can offer customized handmade furniture that uses flexible materials and unique features, appealing to consumers who want one-of-a-kind pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Curvaceous Sculptural Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strate-bench.md) - [Tree-Intertwined Metal Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tenir-bench.md) - [Sustainable Paper-Infused Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/detalji-bench.md) - [Industrial Wrapped Plywood Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-bench.md) - [Ring-Shaped Forest Blenches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nesting-loops.md) - [Chic Recycled Aluminum Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bello-bench.md) - [Cocoon-Inspired Bench Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gandan-bench.md) - [Spiral-Inspired Minimal Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soul-sculpture-bench.md) - [Sprouting Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-chair-on-grass.md)