# Dining-Coffee Tables Tom Rossau Combines Functions with the TT01 Convertible Table By Jessica Marcel | Published 2010-04-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/convertible-table References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/tt01-convertible-table-from-tom-rossau/) & [tomrossau.dk](http://www.tomrossau.dk/products/tables/tt01_bamboo.html) Tom Rossau designed the TT01 Convertible Table, an ideal piece for small spaces. The table starts out as a sleek and modern [coffee table](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-spinning-coffee-table). The outer legs can be pulled out though, eventually revealing a [dining room table](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnolia-extendable-dining-table) big enough for a dinner party. Functionality has really been the name of the game in design recently. A desire for [functional, urban living](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookmarker-table) makes products like the TT01 Convertible Table essential. **Implications** - Those looking to purchase forward-thinking furniture pieces should certainly consider Tom Rossau's table as it is undeniably multi purposeful and highly functional within any decorating scheme. This is one piece that would be a smart purchase. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 74% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Multi-functional Furniture:** There is a rising trend for furniture pieces that can serve multiple purposes and cater to urban living needs. - **Convertible Tables:** Tables that can switch between coffee and dining table functions are becoming more popular among consumers with limited living space. - **Sleek Design:** There is an increasing demand for furniture that is designed with a modern, minimalist aesthetic in mind. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture:** The furniture industry can innovate by designing multi-functional pieces that cater to the needs of urban living consumers. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can incorporate convertible tables into their designs to maximize functionality and style in limited living spaces. - **Small Space Living:** Industries that cater to small space living, such as tiny home builders, can explore the potential of multi-functional furniture like convertible tables. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reversable Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse.md) - [Multifuntional Modular Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-transformer-table.md) - [Industrial Shapeshifting Table Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jointable.md) - [Bookshelf-Incorporated Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overlap-table.md) - [Multifunctional Living Room Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aliving-coffee-table.md) - [Bent Multi-Functional Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shell-table.md) - [Flexible Dining Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/round-dining-collection.md) - [Compact Outdoor Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-1.md) - [Adaptive Furniture Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expand-furniture.md)