# Crawly Centipede Seating The Shongololo Bench by Designer Louis Henri Looks Like an Insect By Tia Clarke | Published 2013-02-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-henri References: [louishenri](http://www.louishenri.com/) & [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/shongololo-bench-by-louis-henri/) If you don’t like insects, spiders or creatures with far too many legs than is practical, then look away from this [Louis Henri](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-cabinet-of-curiosities-by-marc-newson) design now! This warped bench from London furniture designer possesses a ridiculous [56 legs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bug-table). The bench is 100% handmade and gets its logic-defying curved shape through a cold-curing process using thin layers of walnut sheets. The traditional design and classic [studded upholstery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leopard-bench) are at odds with the benches modern, macabre nature. Nevertheless, it’s an interesting juxtaposition. The Shongololo Bench would be a cool statement in a bar or hotel and would certainly grab visitors attention. Louis Henri is a London-based designer who specializes in opulent, high-end furniture, lighting and rugs for the home. Photo Credits: [louishenri](http://www.louishenri.com/class=FourteenG), [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/shongololo-bench-by-louis-henri/class=FourteenG) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 52% | 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) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Insect-inspired Furniture:** Designers can explore the creation of furniture inspired by insects, offering unique and attention-grabbing pieces for homes and businesses. - **Unconventional Seating Designs:** There is an opportunity to disrupt the furniture industry by creating seating designs that challenge traditional forms and engage with visitors on a visual and artistic level. - **Handmade Furniture Manufacturing:** Handmade furniture has the potential to become a disruptive trend, offering personalized, high-quality pieces that cater to individuals seeking unique and exclusive designs for their spaces. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Companies in the furniture manufacturing industry can embrace the insect-inspired trend by incorporating unconventional designs into their product lines. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and bars can take advantage of unique seating options like the Shongololo Bench to create visually striking spaces that captivate and leave a lasting impression on visitors. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can embrace the trend of unconventional seating designs to create statement pieces that add personality and artistic flair to residential and commercial spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cocoon-Inspired Bench Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gandan-bench.md) - [Crawling Dynamic Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carpentopod.md) - [Industrial Wrapped Plywood Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-bench.md) - [Sleek Public Seating Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leftover-bench.md) - [Rope-Like Dynamic Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caterpillar-lounge.md) - [Curvy Segmented Outdoor Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segmented-outdoor-sofa.md) - [Creature-Like Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octopus-center-table.md) - [Unconventional Awkwardly Seated Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncomfortable-table.md) - [Mealworm-Inspired 3D-Printed Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digested-objects.md)