# Hammock-Inspired Furniture The Latest Layer Collection Uses 3D Stretched Fabric By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-06-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/layer-collection References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/benjamin-hubert-moroso-cradle-layer-06-03-2016/) & [fritzhansen](http://www.fritzhansen.com/en/fritz-hansen) Benjamin Huber is the British designer behind the latest Layer collection that uses [stretched fabric over metal frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidahida-chair) to create a colorful 3D series. With Benjamin Huber's name on the revolutionary 3D-printed wheelchair, it's clear that he has a strong ability to seek out innovative design techniques for his work. The 'Cradle' collection is described well by its name, as the chairs extend with the weight of its occupant, making for a comfortable experience that's similar to lazing in a hammock. Included is a room divider, table and two different chair designs. The Layer collection combines bold shapes with vibrant colors, making the furniture stand out in any home. The fabric's material has a mesh-like pattern that extends down the entire back of the chairs, with its color contrasting the block of cushion that its attached to. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/benjamin-hubert-moroso-cradle-layer-06-03-2016/), [fritzhansen](http://www.fritzhansen.com/en/fritz-hansen) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 93% | 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) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Stretched-fabric Furniture:** Creating furniture pieces with 3D stretched fabric offers a unique and comfortable experience for consumers. - **Bold-shapes Design:** Combining bold shapes with vibrant colors in furniture design creates visually striking pieces that can enhance any living space. - **Mesh-like Patterns:** Incorporating mesh-like patterns in furniture materials adds a modern and dynamic aesthetic to the overall design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Furniture manufacturers can explore the use of 3D stretched fabric and bold shapes to create visually appealing and comfortable furniture pieces. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can incorporate furniture with bold shapes and vibrant colors to create unique and eye-catching spaces for their clients. - **Textile Industry:** The textile industry can develop innovative mesh-like patterns and fabrics to offer designers more options for creating visually dynamic furniture pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reinterpreted Classic Shell Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/press-chair.md) - [Comforting Designer Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calma-lounge-by-layer.md) - [3D-Printed Modern Sculptural Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contour-collection.md) - [Sustainable Felt Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-felt-furniture.md) - [Structural Layered Bold Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extra-bold-armchair.md) - [Recycled Plastic Felt Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vale-collection.md) - [Playful Outdoor Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-new-raw-1.md) - [Vibrant '90s-Inspired Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holloway-li.md) - [3D-Printed Recycled Material Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loom-furniture-collection.md)