# Crustacean-Copied Chairs These Clever Seating Arrangements by Simona Sacchi Mimic Barnacles By Kyle Towers | Published 2013-01-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clever-seating References: [simonasacchi](http://www.simonasacchi.com/post/31987320937/balanus-winner-project-sun2012) Inspired by the sea barnacle, these nature chairs will populate the floor as welcomed guests rather than unwanted pests. BalanUS is an award-winning project by designer Simona Sacchi. The unique and [cylindrical forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-stool) have a likeness to crustaceans, which makes them great for seaside homes or nautical-themed abodes. The name BalanUS is taken directly from the inspiration of the project. Balanus Amphitrite is a specific type of acorn barnacle, which is normally in colonies. The chairs resemble this by coming together and mimicking the colony in a seating area. The chair designs are in white and a brownish orange, which are similar in color to the Balanus Amphitrite, but they would look good in any [color combination](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-two-alike) and may even suit a mixture of colors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Nature-inspired Chairs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design chairs that mimic elements of natural environments to bring a unique and organic aesthetic to seating arrangements. - **Seaside Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create furniture and decor items that embrace the coastal theme, offering a fresh and appealing option for beachside residents and nautical enthusiasts. - **Cylindrical Furniture Designs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of cylindrical forms in furniture design to create visually striking and conversation-starting pieces for modern interiors. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative chair designs that challenge traditional concepts and push the boundaries of furniture aesthetics. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce nature-inspired elements and unconventional furniture shapes into interior design projects, offering clients a unique and captivating living space. - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer a range of decor items that take inspiration from natural forms, appealing to homeowners seeking distinctive and nature-infused design choices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Seashell-Inspired Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traditional-and-digital-techniques.md) - [Fishing-Inspired Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akos-huber.md) - [Swivelling Marbled Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/landmark-project.md) - [3D-Printed Seaweed Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kelp-chair.md) - [Unexpected Boundary-Pushing Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atypical-chair.md) - [Rope-Like Dynamic Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caterpillar-lounge.md) - [Naturalistic Stainable Seat Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daisee-chair.md) - [Balance-Inspired Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seating-collection.md) - [Modern Curvaceous Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burra.md)