# One Ton Furnishings Creo Concrete Studio's Contemporary Concrete Furniture By Katherinev123 | Published 2009-12-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-concrete-furniture References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2009/12/15/concrete-furniture-from-creo-concrete-studio/) & [creoconcretestudio](http://www.creoconcretestudio.com/) The collection of contemporary concrete furniture from California-based design firm Creo Concrete Studio looks as modern it is heavy. Which is very. Made from concrete, the pieces are also inlayed with either ammonite or [cut glass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-collection) so they provide a subtle sparkling effect when in the light. The studio's contemporary concrete furniture collection comprises mainly [outdoor patio furnishings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-outdoor-furniture) including benches, chairs, and a round table that can be converted into a fire pit. **Implications** - Consumers are becoming increasingly interested in spending time outdoors due to the abundance of time spent inside with technology. This change of lifestyle and new-found appreciation for nature is reflected through the products that companies are releasing to appeal to the modern working person. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Outdoor Living:** The trend of spending more time outdoors is driving demand for outdoor furniture that is both stylish and durable. - **Modern Concrete:** Designers are incorporating concrete into furniture to create unique and contemporary pieces that add an industrial touch to any space. - **Multi-functional Furniture:** Furniture that can serve multiple purposes, such as a table that can be converted into a fire pit, provides convenience and flexibility for consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture:** The furniture industry can explore new opportunities by offering outdoor collections that cater to the growing demand for stylish and functional outdoor living spaces. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can tap into the trend of modern concrete furniture by offering a range of concrete accessories and accent pieces for contemporary interiors. - **Outdoor Living Products:** Manufacturers of outdoor living products can innovate by developing multi-functional furniture that maximizes space and provides versatile solutions for outdoor entertainment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Brutalist Concrete Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brute-furniture-concept.md) - [Industrial Strength Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intra-side-table.md) - [Elegant Tonal Table Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silos-collection.md) - [Durable Designer Furniture Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r24-collection.md) - [Chic Stone Fragment Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skrivo-for-miniforms-pinto.md) - [Contemporary Outdoor Furniture Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-outdoor-furniture.md) - [Outdoor-Ready Structural Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-collection-1.md) - [Styrofoam Furniture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trashy.md) - [Ultra-Modern Outdoor Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-furniture-collections.md)