# Asymmetrical Patchwork Seating The Corsica Chair is Elegantly Organic and Rustic By Meghan Young | Published 2011-04-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corsica-chair References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2011/04/20/corsica-chair-by-ian-spencer-and-cairn-young/) & [ianspencer](http://www.ianspencer.co.uk/) When I look at the Corsica Chair, my first thought is of the Grand Canyon. The color palette, coupled with its [organic and curved design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undia), gives it an incredibly natural look that certainly does justice to that wonder of the world. Created by British designers Ian Spencer and Cairn Young, the Corsica Chair is made out of a [patchwork of different woods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vipassa). A truly magnificent piece of furniture, it looks more like a piece of art than anything else. This sculptural seat would be the [focal point in any home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-chair). Perfect for modern abodes as well as more rustic ones, the Corsica Chair easily bridges the gap between these two worlds. Although it doesn't say whether its outdoor-friendly, it would also look lovely in one's backyard. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Asymmetrical Patchwork Seating:** Pioneering new designs that incorporate asymmetrical patchwork elements to create unique seating options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture:** Opportunity for furniture manufacturers to explore innovative designs that blend organic and rustic elements. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can explore the use of asymmetrical patchwork seating to create focal points in modern and rustic living spaces. - **Art:** Artists can create sculptural pieces that blur the line between furniture and art, using asymmetrical patchwork elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Structurally Complex Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-arch-chair.md) - [Otherworldly-Inspired Dynamic Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmos-chair.md) - [Nature-Inspired Curvaceous Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roula-salamoun.md) - [Seashell-Inspired Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traditional-and-digital-techniques.md) - [Wavy Lounge Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wavy-lounge-chair.md) - [Ultra-Precise Woven Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-chair-design.md) - [Chaotically Natural Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kkochgalam-chair.md) - [Timeless Contemporary Dynamic Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodo-sperlein.md) - [Sartorially Inspired Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/narinari-chair.md)