# Functional Pet-Like Side Tables The 'Fido' Side Table Stands by with Reading Material and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-05-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fido-side-table References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2019/05/24/who-needs-a-butler-with-this-side-table-that-holds-magazines-open-for-you/) The 'Fido' side table is a character-focused furniture solution that will help to keep essentials on hand in a charming manner. Designed by Davide Anzalone, the side table has a [canine-like aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-crate-and-end-table) that will stay by the side of the inhabitant at all times to ensure they always have access to [reading material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookmarker-table) as well as a small section for placing essentials. The contrasting use of wooden materials with cylindrical tubing creates a high-end element of fashionable design that stands out in a living room, while still functioning well with existing pieces. The 'Fido' side table can also be changed according to the needs of the inhabitant thanks to the [adjustable functionality of the upper table](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turno) to accommodate seating solutions of varying height. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Functional Furniture Solutions:** The 'Fido' side table demonstrates the trend of creating furniture that combines functionality and aesthetics in a unique way. - **Pet-inspired Designs:** The canine-like aesthetic of the 'Fido' side table taps into the trend of incorporating pet-inspired designs into home decor. - **Adjustable Home Furnishings:** The adjustable functionality of the 'Fido' side table represents the trend of creating furniture that can be customized to meet individual needs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Manufacturing:** The 'Fido' side table presents an opportunity for furniture manufacturers to create unique and functional pieces that cater to consumer demands. - **Home Decor:** The pet-like design of the 'Fido' side table opens up possibilities for the home decor industry to incorporate playful and innovative elements into their products. - **Interior Design:** The adjustable feature of the 'Fido' side table provides interior designers with a disruptive innovation opportunity to create versatile and adaptable living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dog Bed-Equipped Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-furniture-design.md) - [Curvaceous Animalistic Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookpet-coffee-table.md) - [Cat Bed-Equipped Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/igloo-side-table.md) - [Personality-Enhancing Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ordo-book.md) - [Dual-Function Pet Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weelywally-oslo.md) - [Perplexingly Angular Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tadashi-side-table.md) - [3d-Printed Modern Dog Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-hut-side-table.md) - [Bookcase-Equipped Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/low-wall-side-table.md) - [Modernized Old-Fashioned Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/union-side-table.md)