# Angled Arbor Seating The Lankku Chaise Longue by Sanelma Hihnala is Minimalist and Modern By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-02-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lankku-chaise-longue References: [dailytonic](http://www.dailytonic.com/lankku-chaise-longue-by-sanelma-hihnala-for-by-corporation-no/) & [worksby](http://worksby.com/) The ‘Lankku’ chaise longue by Sanelma Hihnala for By Corporation is a sleek and modern furniture piece made from [natural birch wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silva-collection) materials. The angled seater resembles a piece of paper that has been overlapped and later unfolded. From its angular aesthetic to its natural wood construction, the 'Lankku’ chaise longue shows off natural bark edges that evoke the raw beauty of birch wood. Bringing the outdoors inside, this woodsy furniture piece is a perfect addition for any design lover's home that will infuse it with a raw and rugged vibe. The [contemporary chair design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-limbo-chair) debuted at the 2013 Stockholm Furniture Fair and gained praise for its sharply angled form, dramatic lines and comfortable design that is both aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Angular Aesthetic:** Identify disruptive innovation opportunities in furniture design by exploring sleek and modern pieces that showcase angular aesthetics. - **Natural Materials:** Discover disruptive innovation opportunities in the use of natural materials, such as birch wood, for creating furniture pieces that bring the outdoors inside. - **Raw and Rugged Vibes:** Explore disruptive innovation opportunities in furniture design by incorporating raw and rugged elements that infuse homes with a unique aesthetic. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Design:** Identify disruptive innovation opportunities in the furniture design industry by creating sleek and modern pieces that showcase angular aesthetics and utilize natural materials like birch wood. - **Interior Design:** Discover disruptive innovation opportunities in the interior design industry by incorporating furniture pieces that bring the outdoors inside and infuse spaces with a raw and rugged vibe. - **Home Decor:** Explore disruptive innovation opportunities in the home decor industry by offering furniture pieces that evoke a unique aesthetic through the use of angular designs and natural materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimal Outdoor Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bask-lounge.md) - [Outdoor Scandinavian Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bste-lounge-chair.md) - [Skeletally Inspired Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chaise-espinhal.md) - [Vibrant Chaise Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versarest.md) - [Chic Single-Piece Plywood Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/void-lounge-chair.md) - [Wavy Lounge Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wavy-lounge-chair.md) - [Wooden Structural Outdoor Bedes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hut-lounge-bed.md) - [Childhood-Inspired Outdoor Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peace-outdoor-lounge.md) - [Draped Fabric-Clad Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidahida.md)