# Demolished City Tables Ezri Tarazi's Latest Design Project Pays Tribute to War-Torn City Aleppo By Jana Pijak | Published 2016-04-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ezri-tarazi References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/2016/04/12/designer-created-a-table-that-pays-tribute-to-the-demolished-city-of-aleppo/) & [tarazistudio](http://www.tarazistudio.com/) Ezri Tarazi's latest design project is a commemorative table that pays tribute to the fallen city of Aleppo. Tarazi Design Studio's powerful furniture concept boasts an [irregularly shaped table top](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fels-coffee-table) and sits on a red-legged frame. The furniture piece boasts an abstract table top that resembles a handcrafted diorama. Though covered in glass, the top features a grayscale model of Aleppo, destroyed as a result of war. Titled 'Halab is Gone,' this unique home accessory is a detailed replica of urban streets that appear deserted and dilapidated. In addition to acting as a [social commentary on war and conflict](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-perfect), this Aleppo-inspired table by Ezri Tarazi is also disturbingly beautiful and doubles as a [sculpture that will appeal to collectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-coffee-tables). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Commemorative Furniture:** Designing furniture pieces that serve as a tribute or memorial to specific events or cities presents an opportunity for emotional connection and storytelling. - **Abstract Table Designs:** Creating irregularly shaped table tops with unique and artistic elements allows for innovative and visually striking furniture designs. - **Furniture as Social Commentary:** Using furniture as a medium to highlight social issues and provoke thought opens up opportunities for impactful and conversation-starting designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Design:** Incorporating storytelling and meaningful elements into furniture designs can create a niche market for those seeking more emotionally resonant and thought-provoking pieces. - **Art & Sculpture:** Exploring the intersection of functional furniture and artistic sculptures allows for the creation of unique and collectible home accessories. - **Interior Design:** Integrating furniture pieces that serve as social commentary into interior design projects can create impactful and memorable spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Herringbone-Inspired Wooden Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herringbone-table.md) - [Discreet Compartment Modern Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taarof-table.md) - [Sophisticated Table Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monumental-table.md) - [Explosion-Damaged Sculpture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness.md) - [Blurred Bold Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blur-coffee-table.md) - [Love Lock-Inspired Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4e-coffee-table.md) - [Structurally Artful Table Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vakr.md) - [Architect-Inspired Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norm-architects1.md) - [Dynamically Artful Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erosion-collection.md)