# Coathanger Chairs Jörg Gätjens Saves Space in Style By Dee Sandin | Published 2008-03-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coathanger-chair-space-saving-coolness References: [joerg-gaetjens](http://www.joerg-gaetjens.com/) & [joerg-gaetjens](http://www.joerg-gaetjens.com/) The Coathander Chair by Jörg Gätjens capitalizes on the growing demand for [small-space living designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookmarker-table). I have to get me one of these! It's a [chair, valet and bedside table](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wire-chair-concept). There's a box underneath the seat where you can hide more junk. **Implications** - In rapidly growing cities, apartments have become essential living spaces to accommodate the space constraints of cramped, urban areas. The lack of space in [small rooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabanon) can often be a problem, so furniture companies are developing pieces that are compact while providing more storage space. As household products become more space-friendly and multi-functional, living in small spaces will become easier for city-dwellers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Activity: 18% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Multi-functional Furniture:** As space becomes more limited in urban areas, furniture companies are creating compact pieces that serve multiple purposes. - **Small-space Living Designs:** The demand for furniture designs that cater to small-space living is increasing in rapidly growing cities. - **Storage Solutions:** People living in small spaces are seeking out ways to store their belongings in a more organized and efficient manner. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Design:** Furniture design companies have the opportunity to create innovative, multi-functional pieces that cater to the needs of consumers living in small spaces. - **Real Estate:** As more people move to urban areas, real estate companies can create targeted marketing strategies that highlight the benefits of small-space living and how furniture designs can maximize space. - **Home Organization:** Companies specializing in home organization can market their products to people living in small spaces as a way to efficiently store belongings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Storage-Conscious Clothing Hangers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coat-hingers.md) - [Storage-Equipped Restaurant Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rack-chair.md) - [Storage-Attached Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grid-chair.md) - [Ultra-Simple Multifunctional Furniture Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chairpf.md) - [Open-Concept Clothing Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bauhutte-clothes-hanger-rack.md) - [Antitheft Storage Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afford-chair.md) - [Posh Pet-Friendly Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arch-chair-design.md) - [Hollow Multipurpose Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tailor-armchair.md) - [Ultra-Minimalist Folding Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notch-folding-chair.md)