# Crystallized Furniture Glass Encased Crystal Ice Furniture Swarovski Benches and Stools By Rose Nazarali | Published 2009-07-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-furniture-swarovski References: [7gadgets](http://www.7gadgets.com/2009/07/14/crystal-ice-furniture/12977) & [unicahome](http://www.unicahome.com/p51750/swarovski/crystal-ice-furniture-by-tord-borntje-for-swarovski.html) Crystal Ice Furniture by Tord Borntje for [Swarovski](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pent-x-swarovski) is a set of [glass encased stools, tables and benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modulo-collection) that give the illusion of [floating icicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tide-stool). The crystals were densely wrapped for the ice effect and the glass includes a mirrored bottom. While these designs do not look very comfortable, they would make for a great piece in any home and create a wonderful winter wonderland in your living room. **Implications** - With the economic downturn a thing of the past, consumers are eager to get back to spending. Affluent consumers represent a coveted group of consumers that desire products to reflect their feelings of financial security. Companies should cater to this demographic by offering luxury products that are a cut above the competition. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Crystallized Furniture:** Creating furniture that incorporates crystals or glass for a unique design element. - **Icy Illusions:** Incorporating design elements that create the illusion of ice or other natural phenomena in furniture and decor. - **Luxury Home Decor:** Catering to affluent consumers by offering bespoke luxury home decor products with superior design and craftsmanship. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** Home decor companies can explore unique and luxury designs to cater to affluent consumers seeking bespoke and statement-making products. - **Crystal and Glass Design:** Companies specializing in crystal and glass design can collaborate with furniture designers to create unique and visually stunning pieces. - **Luxury Retail:** Luxury retailers can offer bespoke design services and exclusive products to affluent consumers seeking the best in luxury home decor. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Jewelry-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/through-chrome-reflections.md) - [Lucite Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draga-aurel.md) - [Transparent Hard-Sided Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spark-sofa.md) - [Frosted Light Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zen-collection-1.md) - [Glass Cube Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murano-glass-stools.md) - [Glass Geometry Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-collection.md) - [Shimmering Oceanic Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-table.md) - [Crystalline Gem-Like Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soda-coffee-tables.md) - [Snowfall-Inspired Sofa Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowhouse-sofa.md)