# Classroom Desk-Inspired Tables The Doodle Table Features a Chrome Finish and Adjustable Legs By Ell Smith | Published 2017-08-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doodle-table References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/doodle-table-dustin-kroft/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [kroft.co](https://kroft.co/gallery-1/) Toronto-based designer Dustin Kroft of KROFT designed the Doodle Table as a modern iteration of the standard classroom desk. Inspired by the modesty and practicality of the desk's traditional form, the designer set out to re-imagine the table as something that modern home owners could display with pride. The Doodle Table is comprised of clean lines and [adjustable chrome legs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turno) that come with wooden inserts. Consumers can select a variety of colors for the table's surface, adding elements of customization and individuality. The gorgeous and sturdy design deconstructs simply for easy shipping and assembly. Inspired by classroom desks that Kroft encountered throughout his childhood, this modern piece offers user maximum durability without compromising personal aesthetic. The table was designed to be [versatile in nature](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cromo), seamlessly integrating into a kitchen or work space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Classroom Desk-inspired Furniture:** Designing modern furniture inspired by the modesty and practicality of traditional classroom desks presents disruptive innovation opportunities for furniture manufacturers, particularly in the home decor and office furniture industries. - **Adjustable Furniture:** Developing adjustable furniture that is stylish, durable, and versatile like the Doodle Table presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the furniture manufacturing industry, particularly in the home decor and office furniture sectors. - **Customizable Furniture:** Offering a variety of colors for the table's surface and wooden inserts provides disruptive innovation opportunities for furniture manufacturers in the customization category of the home decor and office furniture industries. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Manufacturing modern furniture inspired by classroom desks, adjustable and customizable furniture like the Doodle Table presents disruptive innovation opportunities for furniture manufacturers. - **Home Decor:** Designing versatile and durable furniture for home decor purposes like the Doodle Table presents disruptive innovation opportunities for manufacturers in the furniture and home decor industries. - **Office Furniture:** Developing adjustable and durable furniture, including customizable furniture pieces like the Doodle Table, presents disruptive innovation opportunities for office furniture manufacturers looking to appeal to modern workspaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Colorful School Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clever-school-desk1.md) - [Personalized Learning Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d2l.md) - [Stealthy Minimal Adjustable Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tenon-smart-adjustable-desk.md) - [Colorful Contemporary Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/runda-tables.md) - [Adjustable Ergonomic Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/croft-sitstand.md) - [Multilevel Minimalist Office Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-office-table.md) - [Minimalist Clutter-Free Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parallel-work-table.md) - [Modern Customizable Table Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-table-design.md) - [Multipurpose Adaptable Office Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pluralis.md)