# Paper Plane Furniture Gorge Coffee Table by Ramei Keum is a Modern Masterpiece By Rose Nazarali | Published 2009-06-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gorge-coffee-table-by-ramei-keum References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/gorge-coffee-table-gives-a-new-dimension-to-home-furniture/) & [rameikeum](http://www.rameikeum.com/) The Gorge Coffee Table by Korean designer Ramei Keum is a V-shaped table with [angular edges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tong-side-table) mixed in with a [contemporary look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-table-designs). Made from powder-coated steel, the Gorge Coffee Table uses narrow angles to support (and create) the enticing center-piece. The modern steeps catch the eye and give your living space a unique flair. **Implications** - This unique table takes inspiration from something as simple as a paper airplane to create its edgy styling. A trend like this shows us that modern designs can come from simple and even child-like elements. Consumers are taking an interest to [simple and minimalistic furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tivoli-collection) with a hint of whimsy, thus, designers could research less complicated elements for future works. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Whimsical Minimalism:** Designers can create innovative furniture by incorporating child-like elements into minimalistic designs - **Angular Geometry:** Designers can experiment with unique shapes and angles to create visually stunning furniture - **Powder-coated Steel:** Furniture materials can be utilized in creative ways to produce aesthetically pleasing designs ### Where This Applies - **Furniture:** The furniture industry can benefit from design innovation through the incorporation of unique shapes and materials - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can capitalize on the trend of whimsical minimalism to attract consumers seeking modern and playful pieces - **Product Design:** Product designers have an opportunity to create unique designs that incorporate unconventional materials for a visually pleasing result ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Topographic Wooden Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topographic-coffee-table.md) - [Wavy Sculptural Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-coffee-tables.md) - [Harmonious Helical Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vortex-coffee-table.md) - [Paper-Like Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocoon-coffee-table.md) - [Dynamic Strong Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharp-table.md) - [Fluid Topographic Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dune-table.md) - [Bent Steel Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creu-coffee-table.md) - [Japandi-Style Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloth-coffee-table.md) - [Topographical Recycled Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-coffee-tables.md)