# Floral-Inspired Furnishings The Fiore Collection by B-alance is Blooming and Brilliant By Courtney Scharf | Published 2012-05-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiore-collection-by-b-alance References: [dornob](http://dornob.com/blooming-lovely-flower-inspired-modular-patio-furniture/) & [b-alance.ch](http://www.b-alance.ch/en/balance_more.php?cateid=1&pid=13) Incredibly gorgeous and well-suited to outdoor space, the Fiore Collection by B-alance takes cues from Mother Nature. Made up of several complementary pieces, the set is made of [curvy seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blooming-furniture), which resembles a flower with multiple petals. Gracefully shaped, the set of footstools and [outdoor chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-outdoor-furniture) are a less harsh take on modern furnishings. Touting an asian-inspired flair, the collection would make a great addition to a peaceful backyard. Given that the pieces are made of natural-looking materials, everything about these furniture pieces contains an element of the great outdoors. The individual pieces of the collection look amazing together, creating a [geometric mosaic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collection-co), but are still strong enough to stand on their own. Sure to pique the interest of design and patio lovers alike, this set is a covetable and dreamy collection. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Outdoor Seating Design:** Opportunity for innovative designs that merge elements of nature and modern aesthetics in outdoor seating. - **Asian-inspired Furniture:** Opportunity to create furniture pieces that incorporate Asian design influences for a peaceful backyard ambiance. - **Natural-looking Materials:** Opportunity to develop furniture using natural-looking materials that evoke a connection to the great outdoors. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation potential in creating outdoor furniture collections that combine floral-inspired designs with modern aesthetics. - **Design and Decor:** Opportunity to introduce Asian-inspired furniture pieces in the design and decor industry aimed at achieving a tranquil backyard setting. - **Outdoor Living Products:** Disruptive innovation potential in developing outdoor seating and furniture that replicates nature's aesthetics using natural-looking materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flower-Inspired Enveloping Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flore.md) - [Biophilic-Inspired Refreshing Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plumeya-collection.md) - [Calm-Centric Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/news-collection.md) - [Vibrant Modern Outdoor Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-grande-muraglia-outdoor.md) - [Ultra-Comfy Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cushy-lounge-chair.md) - [Life-Celebrating Colorful Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bellevie-collection.md) - [Naturalistic Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-nature-collection.md) - [Colorful Outdoor Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cancn-kollection.md) - [Captivating Modular Versatile Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mah-jong-outdoor-collection.md)