# Poised Planter Benches The Flora Elevation Seating Collection Embodies a Scenic Sophistication By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-12-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flora-elevation-seating References: [flora-online.de](http://www.flora-online.de/gb/products/produkte.html?ds=produkte-Elevation_Seating-ELEVATIONxxx) The chic abstract pieces that make up the Flora Elevation seating collection take on a contemporary aesthetic that's best placed atop uniformly tiled patios. The [subtle curves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strate-bench) of the [streamlined bench, stools and tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eclipse-series) are better appreciated amidst a scene strong in rigid lines and flat planes. But such an outdoor environment would be incredibly stuffy without as much as a hint of a more organic shape. It is then very pleasant to see that designer Arik Levy has incorporated a flower pot in the middle of the wood-clad four-seater. In addition, a separate [stand-alone planter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilt-planter) remains part of the Flora Elevation seating collection, allowing the decorator the freedom to apply greenery to any corner of the courtyard. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 14% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Abstract Seating:** Opportunity for furniture designers to create unique and contemporary seating options that merge abstract shapes with functionality. - **Integration of Nature:** Potential for incorporating natural elements, such as flower pots and planters, into outdoor furniture designs to create a harmonious blend between man-made and natural environments. - **Versatile Outdoor Decor:** Demand for outdoor furniture collections that offer flexibility and freedom for decorators to personalize outdoor spaces with greenery in various corners of a courtyard or patio. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Design:** Disruptive opportunity for furniture designers to explore innovative ways to incorporate abstract shapes and natural elements into their collections, creating unique and versatile outdoor seating options. - **Landscaping and Gardening:** Opportunity for landscapers and gardeners to collaborate with furniture designers to create integrated outdoor seating collections that seamlessly blend with natural surroundings and allow for the incorporation of greenery. - **Home Decor Retail:** Potential for home decor retailers to offer a wide range of outdoor furniture options that cater to the growing demand for versatile and customizable outdoor decor, allowing customers to personalize their outdoor spaces according to their preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Urban Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planter-300.md) - [Chic Staggered Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/staggered-planters.md) - [Tranquil Reading Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chapters-furniture.md) - [Threshold Bench Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torii.md) - [Ultra-Durable Bench Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-bench.md) - [Elegantly Airy Outdoor Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arch-bench.md) - [Biophilic-Inspired Refreshing Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plumeya-collection.md) - [Chic Self-Watering Garden Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glowpear-mini-bench.md) - [Integrated Planter Worktables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantable-office.md)