# Crouching Furniture Pieces Han Koning's Lowbay Salon Table Has a Touch of Asian Culture By Meghan Young | Published 2011-03-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lowbay-salon-table References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/03/09/thats-a-really-low-table/) & [hankoning.nl](http://www.hankoning.nl/new/index.php) Add a little taste of Asia into your home decor with the Lowbay Salon Table. This low-set table seems to be inspired by [Japanese dining sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sampan), and I can't help but imagine that this crouching piece of furniture would fit perfectly into a traditional set, adding a modern twist. Designed by Han Koning, the Lowbay Salon Table is part of his White series. Although a minimalist design, the Lowbay Salon Table also boasts alot of attention to detail. Check out the exposed ridges that alludes to a plywood look, although the table is just made out of [bent layered wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lichen). Also, Koning feeds the steel legs through the bend of wood, creating a unique overall look. An interesting [low-riding furniture piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carpentopod), the Lowbay Salon Table will surely add character to any living space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 48% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Asian-inspired Home Decor:** The growing interest in Asian culture as a design element creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in this niche market. - **Minimalist Design Furniture:** There is an increasing demand for furniture pieces that feature minimalistic and sleek designs, providing opportunities for designers to come up with innovative creations. - **Plywood-look Furniture:** The popularity of the exposed plywood look and the desire for environmentally friendly furniture options could create an opportunity for the development of innovative furniture made from bendable wood alternatives. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** Increasing interest in unique and cultural home design elements provides opportunities for innovation in this industry. - **Furniture Design:** The growing demand for trendy and eco-friendly furniture options creates opportunities for designers to create something new and unique. - **Woodworking:** New woodworking techniques that embrace sustainability and creativity can inspire new ideas and products for this industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Aesthetic Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyobodo-fuoco.md) - [Intersecting Two-Part Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaolin-side-table.md) - [Coastline-Inspired Table Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marea-low-table.md) - [Perplexingly Angular Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tadashi-side-table.md) - [Japandi-Style Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloth-coffee-table.md) - [Slender Geometric Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tong-side-table.md) - [Paper Lantern-Inspired Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-andon-table.md) - [Cross-Cultural Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kensaku-oshiro.md) - [Curvacious Oak Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oak-seating.md)