# Fabric-Inspired Wood Furnishings Ruskasa's Carved Wooden Benches Redefine Tradition By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-12-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carved-wooden-benches References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/trompe-loeil-carved-wooden-upholstery-by-ruskasa/) & [ruskasa](http://www.ruskasa.com/) Ruskasa's carved wooden benches redefine tradition with striking design details that are crafted to resemble upholstered fabric. Based in Taiwan, the design brand marries [contemporary details with traditional craftsmanship](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collective-collection) and creates furniture pieces that are impeccably constructed. Fans of cushioned furniture will be stunned when they see this collection of carved wooden benches. What resembles [cushioned upholstery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidahida) is actually carved wood and is featured in two colors, a white and grey. Though minimalist in their shape, these custom-made furniture pieces display plenty of intricate details when examined at close range. The benches are striking when displayed within a stark and modern living room or a open atrium space with a sophisticated feel. This collection of furniture redefines the way one looks at wood and makes the material appear more versatile than many would have thought. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Carved-wood Furniture:** Opportunity for disrupting traditional furniture design with intricate carved wood pieces that resemble fabric. - **Contemporary Craftsmanship:** Opportunity for merging modern design details with traditional craftsmanship to create impeccably constructed furniture. - **Versatile Wood Materials:** Opportunity for redefining the perception of wood as a versatile material by creating furniture that resembles other materials like upholstery. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Opportunity for manufacturers to explore the production of intricately carved wooden furniture that mimics fabric. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers to incorporate carved wood furniture with fabric-like details for a unique and striking aesthetic. - **Craft and Artisanal Goods:** Opportunity for artisans and craftspeople to showcase their skills by creating custom-made furniture pieces with contemporary design elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Culturally Significant Wooden Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woodcarving-heritage.md) - [Textured Modern Furniture Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touch-collections.md) - [Striking Wood Furniture Silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irish-furniture-design.md) - [Design-Forward Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furniture-collection1.md) - [Sculptural Seating Carpets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rondin.md) - [Sculptural Furniture Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrow-collection.md) - [Textured Pine Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crayon-pine.md) - [Naturalistic Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-nature-collection.md) - [Cross-Cultural Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kensaku-oshiro.md)