# Stool-Bench Hybrids The Hockerbank by Johanna Dehio is a Multi-Purpose Furniture Piece By Meghan Young | Published 2012-04-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hockerbank-by-johanna-dehio References: [itsnicethat](http://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/johanna-dehio-hockerbank) & [johannadehio.de](http://www.johannadehio.de/) The Hockerbank by Johanna Dehio combines a [stool and bench](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immaterial-0001) in one. The wooden plank that makes up the bench's seat boasts circular cutouts into which the stools fit snugly. When the stools are taken out to be used separately, the plank must be retired for the time being. A simple, almost raw design, the Hockerbank by Johanna Dehio would fit into just about any existing home or office decor. Inspired by [makeshift seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noah-folding-stool), the Berlin-based industrial designer uses different wood for a more eclectic look. The [clean lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/utzon-stool) allow the plank parts to become almost like an art piece when leaned against a wall. Each piece can be used as a table surface as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Multi-purpose Furniture:** The Hockerbank by Johanna Dehio combines a stool and bench in one, showcasing the trend of versatile furniture design. - **Eclectic Home Decor:** The Hockerbank's use of different wood materials reflects the trend of incorporating eclectic elements into home interiors. - **Minimalist Design:** The Hockerbank's clean lines and simple aesthetic align with the trend of minimalist furniture design. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Manufacturing:** The Hockerbank presents an opportunity for furniture manufacturers to create multi-functional pieces that maximize space and functionality. - **Interior Design:** The Hockerbank's eclectic design invites interior designers to incorporate mixed materials and unique furniture pieces into their projects. - **Art and Decor:** The Hockerbank's plank parts, when leaned against a wall, can be considered as art pieces that could be showcased and sold in art and decor industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dual-Function Seating Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubik-stool.md) - [Intuitive Entryway Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-front-stool.md) - [Ultra-Simple Multifunctional Furniture Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chairpf.md) - [Sleek Public Seating Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leftover-bench.md) - [Colorful Dual-Purpose Stool Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s1-stool.md) - [Leather Strap Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stacked-bench.md) - [Industrial Wrapped Plywood Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-bench.md) - [Cross Leg-Supported Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/euljiro.md) - [Minimalist Meditative Bench Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pause-bench.md)