# Floating Balloon Tables This Unique Coffee Table Works as a Playful Optical Illusion By David Ingram | Published 2015-10-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-balloon References: [ignant.de](http://www.ignant.de/2015/10/28/a-new-balloon-coffee-table-by-duffy-london/) & [duffylondon](http://duffylondon.com/product/tables/round-red-balloon-table-2015-edition/) This creative and whimsical [coffee table design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polka-coffee-table) appears as though it's being supported by multiple floating balloons. The 'Up Balloon Coffee Table' is a round version of a previous square design that is new to 2015. The [floating balloon design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-balloon-lamp) was conceived by illusionist Christopher Duffy, and plays with the idea of both [buoyancy and levitation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoom-chair). Although it may appear as if the glass tabletop is being supported by a series of balloons, in reality, the coffee table base is constructed from a metal composite and toughened steel rods painted to look like rubber balloons and pooling strings. This latest release will be limited to only 25 editions, making this unique table concept an item collectors will definitely want to move fast on before it floats away for good. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 71% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Optical Illusion Furniture:** Designing unique furniture pieces that play with perception and make a statement in any room. - **Limited Edition Collectibles:** Creating limited release items that are exclusive, high-quality, and increase in value over time. - **Whimsical Decor:** Designing decorative pieces that add a touch of playfulness and imagination to any space. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Creating unique pieces of furniture that challenge traditional design and offer consumers full customization options. - **Artisanal Decor:** Using skilled craftsmanship to create whimsical decorative items that are a reflection of the artisan's personality and style. - **Luxury Collectibles:** Offering high-end collectibles that are rare, valuable, and satisfy the unique tastes and preferences of discerning customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Striking Limited-Edition Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitededition-coffee-table.md) - [Wavy Sculptural Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-coffee-tables.md) - [Fluid Topographic Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dune-table.md) - [Ocean Abyss-Inspired Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abyss-horizon.md) - [Dynamic Coffee Table Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryb-coffee-table.md) - [Paper-Like Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocoon-coffee-table.md) - [Crystalline Gem-Like Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soda-coffee-tables.md) - [Cartoon Glove Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voila-coffee-table.md) - [Blurred Bold Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blur-coffee-table.md)