# Outlined Seating Objects The Framework Chair Delights with its Fetching Formal Simplicity By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-10-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/framework-chair References: [leibal](http://leibal.com/furniture/framework/) & [steffenkehrle](http://steffenkehrle.com/work/82/framework) You might assume that what you see is what you get with the Framework Chair; however, it does present a little bit of an illusion. Steffen Kehrle designed it to appear [geometrically reduced and rather minimal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sitter-chair), but there is certainly detail and dimension in these seats. The objects look like drawings that have been extruded into the third dimension, creating iconic outlines of how the archetypal dining chair appears. You will notice, however, that they aren't all straight and rigid components, because ergonomics and balance were considered. Outward-flaring back legs stabilize the weight of a subtly arching backrest, complete with a curved top rail for comfort. Each part of the [solid beech wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeitraum) Framework Chair was carefully put together with subtle details and bold colors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 10% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Geometric Minimalism:** Opportunities for creating furniture pieces that appear as geometrically minimalistic designs, while also serving practical ergonomic functions. - **Iconic Outlining:** Opportunities for creating furniture pieces that utilize outlining to create a visual impression of an iconic design. - **Hybrid Furniture Design:** Opportunities for creating furniture pieces that are a hybrid of minimalistic design and ergonomic functionality. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Manufacturing:** The Framework Chair presents opportunities for furniture manufacturers to explore new designs that incorporate minimalist geometric elements with practical ergonomic functions. - **Interior Design:** The Framework Chair presents opportunities for interior designers to create visually striking seating arrangements utilizing geometrically reduced and iconic outlining designs. - **Woodworking:** The Framework Chair presents opportunities for woodworking experts to explore new techniques in woodcraft by blending practical ergonomic considerations with minimalist geometric design principles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Structurally Complex Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-arch-chair.md) - [Minimalist Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/after-series.md) - [Philosophical Sustainable Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-chair.md) - [Minimalist Steel-Frame Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steelframe-seating.md) - [Floating Component Dining Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-top-chair.md) - [Timeless Contemporary Dynamic Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodo-sperlein.md) - [Plywood Sculptural Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mt-chair.md) - [Contemporary Steel-Base Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plan-chair.md) - [Metallic Tubular Minimal Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tone-chair.md)