# Exoskeletal Chairs Who Wouldn't Want to Sit on This Chair by Joel Richardson? By Brian G Randles | Published 2010-01-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joel-richardson References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Chair/406911) Although simply titled 'Chair,' you can obviously see that the word 'simple' does not give justice to the design from Joel Richardson. From the side, the chair resembles a horseshoe that has had one side bent into a question mark. Anyone else see that? No? Fine. Anyway, the [metal chair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-view-chair) by Joel Richardson would definitely bring a [unique exoskeletal feel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wire-chair-concept) to your living room or deck. Check out other [awesome chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atypical-chair) on Trend Hunter below. **Implications** - The extravagance of the information age has left some wary of smoke and mirrors, prompting them to view fanciness as disingenuous. Thus, Consumers are looking for products that showcase benefits without employing the use of bells and whistles. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 35% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Simplistic Design:** Designing products that showcase benefits without employing the use of extravagant features. - **Exoskeletal Aesthetics:** Incorporating exoskeletal elements in product design for a unique and eye-catching appeal. - **Functional Minimalism:** Creating products that prioritize functionality and minimalistic aesthetics over excessive ornamentation. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Design:** Exploring innovative ways to create simplistic and visually appealing furniture pieces. - **Interior Design:** Integrating exoskeletal aesthetics into interior design concepts and products for a modern and futuristic look. - **Home Decor:** Offering functional minimalist decor items that add a touch of sophistication to living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Insect-Like Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mantis-chair.md) - [Structurally Complex Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-arch-chair.md) - [Anatomical Lounge Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/himalaya-pelvis-chair.md) - [Ultra-Minimal Stool Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sedeo-chair.md) - [Circular Modernist Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerogravity-chair.md) - [Suitcase Sheet Metal Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neoprimitive-chair.md) - [Structural Beanbag Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brace-lounge.md) - [Futuristic Chair Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futuristic-chair-concept.md) - [Industrial Exterior Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osier-lounge-chair.md)