# Double-Backed Seating The Focus Chair is a Simple Piece of Furniture with Thoughtful Functionality By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-03-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/focus-chair References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Focus-chair-CONCEPT-by-SAYS-WHO-Design-Studio/869553) The Focus Chair is a great solution to the simple and cheaply produced [task chair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/branch-ergonomic-chair-pro), unexpectedly offering added convenience. SAYS WHO of Denmark incorporated a pair of clever quirks into the design that are intended to increase the comfort of the sitter. The perch has been bestowed with not one but two backrests; the chair essentially consists of [two folded injection-molded shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yay-chair) that are stacked one on top of the other. The pair of seats are sandwiched closely, affording extra strength and sturdiness; the dorsal supports flare back and separate, leaving a gap between them along their upper edges. The sitter leans against the inner panel while the other incorporates a handle and a place to hang your jacket. The fine steel frame of the Focus Chair integrates a [footstool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sitter-chair). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Double-backed Seating:** Designing furniture with two backrests to increase comfort and convenience. - **Clever Chair Quirks:** Incorporating unique features into chair designs for added functionality. - **Stacked Shell Construction:** Using stacked injection-molded shells in chair designs for added strength and sturdiness. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Opportunity for furniture manufacturers to create innovative, multi-functional seating solutions. - **Interior Design:** Designers can embrace quirky chair features to create unique and functional spaces. - **Office Supplies:** Companies in the office supplies industry can offer ergonomic and convenient seating options for businesses. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Research-Backed Swooped Work Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breck-chair.md) - [Shapeshifting Spine-Like Work Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spine-chair.md) - [Mindful Wooden Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tanuvi-hegde.md) - [Adjustable Position Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switch2-chair.md) - [Table-Equipped Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/migo-chair.md) - [Stackable Screw-Free Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-stack-chair.md) - [Wellbeing-Harnessing Fan-Like Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shanti-chair.md) - [Wooden Twin Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/same-same.md) - [Hollow Multipurpose Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tailor-armchair.md)