# Geometric Citrus Lounges The Design Bar by Katrin Greiling Creates a Fresh, Welcoming Environment By Matt Ho | Published 2011-02-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/katrin-greiling References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2011/02/11/design-bar-at-stockholm-furniture-fair-by-katrin-greiling/) & [katringreiling](http://www.katringreiling.com/) German designer Katrin Greiling has created a warm, vibrant environment for the Stockholm Furniture Fair 2011. Dubbed the 'Design Bar,' the installation is composed of [triangular orange cardboards over lounge chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kartela). There's also a [pineapple-inspired booth](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-grounds) for the bar and [miniature cylindrical stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnus-olesen). The design is cute, quirky, vibrant and extremely fun for both visitors and designers. Katrin Greiling's Design Bar "is to highlight a Swedish designer or group," according to Dezeen. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cardboard Furniture:** Creating furniture using cardboard as a sustainable and versatile material can disrupt the traditional furniture industry. - **Quirky Designs:** Incorporating playful and unconventional elements into design can lead to innovative and eye-catching products that stand out in the market. - **Miniature Stools:** Designing compact and portable seating options can cater to the increasing demand for flexible and adaptable furniture solutions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture:** The furniture industry can embrace cardboard as a viable material to create sustainable and affordable furniture pieces. - **Interior Design:** Integrating quirky and unique designs into interior spaces can enhance the overall aesthetic and create memorable experiences for customers. - **Event Planning:** Providing novel seating options such as miniature stools can add an element of surprise and engagement to various events and gatherings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tavern-Style Glassware Showrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bobo.md) - [Retro Colorful Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geometrica.md) - [Nostalgic Sleek Sky Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peridot-bar.md) - [Collaborative Scandinavian Design Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yrj-kukkapuro.md) - [Airport Lounge Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-islands.md) - [Relaxed Simplistic Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gb-lounge.md) - [Leftover Textile Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-lounge-chair.md) - [Design-Forward Stackable Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stackable-stool.md) - [Cocktail-Resembling Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-chair.md)