# 5-Year-Old Designers The Dog Table by Quentin de Coster is Made for Kids by Kids By Rose Nazarali | Published 2010-02-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-table References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/02/15/doggy-table-for-kids-by-kids/) & [facebook](http://www.facebook.com/quentindecoster) Designer Quentin de Coster put together a group of 5-year-old kids and asked them to draw tables and dogs. From the drawings, Coster put together his own interpretation of the drawings and created this nifty dog table--the perfect place for [kids to draw](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tobifant) their next masterpiece. The dog table itself looks like a very [abstract version of the animal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/architecture-for-dogs-exhibition) with a regular table and four legs. The only addition is a square head piece that hangs off the end. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - 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 - **Child-centric Design:** The trend of involving children in the design process can result in unique and playful products that cater specifically to their needs and preferences. - **Abstract Animal Furniture:** The trend of creating furniture inspired by abstract animal shapes opens up new opportunities for imaginative and visually striking designs. - **Collaborative Artistic Expression:** The trend of collaborating with young children in the creation of products allows for a fresh perspective and fosters creativity and inclusivity. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Design:** The furniture design industry can explore the potential of involving children in the design process to create innovative and engaging products. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can incorporate abstract animal furniture pieces to create unique and visually appealing spaces. - **Children's Product Design:** The children's product design industry can embrace collaborative artistic expression to create products that celebrate children's imagination and creativity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3d-Printed Modern Dog Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-hut-side-table.md) - [Demure Dog House Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-hut-desk.md) - [Kid-Designed Sculptural Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galerie-philia.md) - [Dog-Friendly Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agility-desk.md) - [Multipurpose Pet-Friendly Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wowo-multipurpose-furniture.md) - [Dog Bed-Equipped Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-furniture-design.md) - [Geometric Cutout Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designated-table.md) - [Pet-Friendly Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hound-lounge.md) - [Development Childhood Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/table-and-chair-set.md)