# Paper-Thin Furniture The Katra Chair by Studio Katra is Sleek and Skinny By Ana Lopez | Published 2011-12-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/katra-chair-by-aparte References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/katra-chair-by-aparte/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=Google) & [studio-aparte](http://www.studio-aparte.com/) Population is increasing and spaces in cities is decreasing, which is why the Katra Chair by [Studio Katra](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paf-paf-chair) sports a sleek and sexy design. The French-based design agency designed this chair with a unique and smooth style perfect for decorating contemporary places. Made of ramie fiber, this furniture piece is elegant and simple, making it ideal for adding a sophisticated touch to rooms and offices. Its linear silhouette keeps it apart from bulky sofas and other chunky home decor products. In addition to having a sensational shape, this seat has a fantastic texture because of the material used for its construction. The [fibers are both visible and palpable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-chair-designs), enriching the design and making the chairs completely [eco-friendly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rio-pouffe). Minimalist and eye-catching, the Katra Chair by Studio Katra is both decorative and practical, without forgetting about the environment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 85% | 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 - **Population-centered Design:** Designing products with the growing population and decreasing spaces in urban areas in mind by using sleek and skinny designs. - **Eco-friendly Design:** Using sustainable and renewable materials to create furniture pieces that are practical and aesthetic. - **Linear Silhouette Design:** Designing furniture pieces with a linear silhouette to differentiate them from bulky home décor products. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Creating innovative furniture designs using sustainable materials to appeal to customers who prioritize eco-friendliness. - **Interior Design:** Incorporating sleek and minimalist furniture designs into contemporary spaces to maximize space and maintain practicality. - **Environmental Sustainability:** Developing more eco-friendly furniture designs which appeal to environmentalists and businesses that favor sustainable practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Minimalist Folding Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notch-folding-chair.md) - [Geometrically Organic Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altherr-dsile-park.md) - [Aesthetically Pleasing Minimalist Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-chairs.md) - [Ultra-Minimal Stool Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sedeo-chair.md) - [Lightweight Vibrant Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-lite-chair.md) - [Sleek Minimal Cohesive Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sand-chair.md) - [Structurally Complex Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-arch-chair.md) - [Modular Knit Seating Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knit-one.md) - [Chic Single-Piece Plywood Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/void-lounge-chair.md)