# Sharp Metal Chaises The Combine Chair Embodies a Completely Cutting-Edge Style of Seat By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-09-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/combine-chair References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/the-combine-steel-chair-by-simon-colabufalo/) & [simoncolabufalo](http://www.simoncolabufalo.com/the-combine.html) I would like to have a seat in the Combine Chair, just to see if it's actually comfortable. I have no doubt that Simon Colabufalo worked ergonomics into his piece, yet the hard surfaces make it seem impossible for the furnishing to prop up rear ends without causing pain. The [futuristic office chair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polarisgo-chair) has been carefully constructed of [laser-cut steel strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fold-chair) with [shiny a nickel plating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-view-chair). They ultra-thin individual pieces were bent and joined with wing nuts and have the support of a 4mm steel spine. The swiveling seat appears incredibly lightweight, despite the high density of the material. With its tall and pointy backrest, the Combine Chair means business and looks fit for only the sharpest of sitters. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Laser-cut Furniture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop laser-cut furniture designs that combine comfort and style. - **Lightweight Metal Chairs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create lightweight metal chairs that provide comfort without sacrificing durability. - **Futuristic Office Seating:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design futuristic office chairs that prioritize ergonomics while maintaining a sleek appearance. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Harness laser-cutting technology to revolutionize the furniture manufacturing process. - **Office Furniture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative office chairs using lightweight metal materials for enhanced comfort and style. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore futuristic seating designs that seamlessly blend function and aesthetics in interior spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Leather-Accented Industrial Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l1-chair-from-object-leuci.md) - [Perforated Steel Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stamping-chair.md) - [Space Travel-Inspired Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerospace-seat-spn01.md) - [Futuristic Chair Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futuristic-chair-concept.md) - [Shapeshifting Spine-Like Work Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spine-chair.md) - [Circular Modernist Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerogravity-chair.md) - [Ergonomic Quad-Layer Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-ergochair-ultra-2.md) - [Industrial Leather-Padded Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strip-chair-by-henge.md) - [Stylish Executive Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-executive-chair.md)