# Dynamic Expanding Design Series James de Wulf Adds More Designs to the Ongoing Exo Series By Amy Duong | Published 2024-06-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exo-series References: [design-milk](https://design-milk.com/james-de-wulf-pioneers-artful-analog-gaming-tables-with-expanding-exo-series/)  Craftsman James de Wulf introduces new designs that are joining the Exo series, an ongoing collection that is now being showcased at [DESIGN MIAMI.LA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Woaw). The spotlight hits the [analog game tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-game-collection) which is a sleek table that is made for various games, as the name suggests. The lineup of designs features game tables made for mahjong, chess, backgammon, ping pong, shuffleboard, poker, and [pool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storytable-billiards). Chief Operators Officer Dor de Wulf notes, “Incorporating a QR code is an awesome interactive tool. With just a scan, so much information is quickly conveyed, especially for us scroll addicts. All surfaces can become marketing tools, especially the ones in your hands as you fidget and participate in play. We had a lot of fun making those, and that’s what James’ design philosophy is all about – having fun with it!” Image Credit: Benjamin Juhel ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 24% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Interactive-qr Surfaces:** QR-coded surfaces offer an enhanced interactive experience by seamlessly integrating digital information with physical products. - **Multifunctional-game Furnishings:** Game tables designed for multiple activities create versatile entertainment solutions within a single piece of furniture. - **Analog-game Revival:** The resurgence of analog game tables highlights a blend of classic gaming experiences with modern design aesthetics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Design:** This industry sees the incorporation of multifunctional game tables that merge entertainment and practicality. - **Augmented Reality Marketing:** By embedding QR codes on physical surfaces, new marketing experiences can be crafted to bridge the gap between physical and digital realms. - **Luxury Gaming:** High-end, aesthetically pleasing game tables appeal to consumers seeking both style and functionality in their leisure products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adaptive Furniture Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expand-furniture.md) - [Dynamic Sculptural Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-transformation-table.md) - [Playful Wavy Table Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wavy-table-design.md) - [Analog Games Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/printworks-x-rosewood.md) - [Board Game Furniture Innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandpass-design.md) - [Table Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tables-tables-tables.md) - [Emerging Designer Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collaborative-series.md) - [Sophisticated Table System Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/table-system.md) - [Playful Geometric Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collection-co.md)