# Compact Communal Ottomans Gaming Table Separates to Reveal Four Seats and a Recreational Surface By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-04-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-table-by-ricardo-freisleben-lacerda References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/flotspotting/flotspotting_ricardo_freisleben_lacerdas_space-saving_table_and_a_breakdown_closet_24679.asp) & [coroflot](http://www.coroflot.com/freisleben/Furniture) The Gaming Table by Ricardo Freisleben Lacerda might, at first, look like your average over-sized ottoman, but this piece of furniture actually contains an unexpected second function. The large family room piece separates into a [set of four upholstered stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipster) to increase the interior space's seating capacity, but the core of the furnishing is quite useful itself. The designer enhanced this square-topped central coffee table with four cup holders and a pair of [convenient storage compartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taarof-table). It appears as though a chessboard has been printed directly onto the surface, inviting sitters to engage in an activity together. Ample space is available to set up a [wide range of board games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiburon-tables) around the Gaming Table. It's a brilliantly compact solution for close-packed rooms that are occasionally used to entertain guests. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America ## 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 - **Modular Furniture:** Designing furniture with modular features allows for multiple functions and space-saving solutions. - **Multi-functional Design:** Creating furniture with multiple functionalities increases its value and adaptability to different spaces. - **Interactive Gaming:** Incorporating gaming elements into furniture design provides opportunities for social interaction and engagement. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Furniture manufacturers can explore modular designs to create space-saving solutions and maximize functionality. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can leverage multi-functional furniture designs to optimize small spaces and cater to diverse user needs. - **Gaming and Entertainment:** The gaming and entertainment industry can embrace interactive furniture designs to enhance social gaming experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Transforming Stool-Integrated Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quartet-side-table.md) - [Tabletop Gaming Dining Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-gaming-table.md) - [Board Game Furniture Innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandpass-design.md) - [Modular Table Seatings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-table-and-chair.md) - [Board Game Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scrabble-coffee-table.md) - [Multifunctional Magnetic Folding Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-table.md) - [Bookshelf-Incorporated Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overlap-table.md) - [Reversable Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse.md) - [Spinning Storage Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-spinning-coffee-table.md)