# Repurposed Rustic Furniture The Manoteca Found Object Home Decor Collection is Stylish By Jana Pijak | Published 2011-11-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manoteca-found-object-furniture-is-full-of-rustic-one-of-a-kind-pieces References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/furniture_design/manoteca_found_object_furniture_20914.asp#more) & [manoteca](http://www.manoteca.com/index.php/) Manoteca, a belgian furniture line, repurposes found object furniture, giving pieces a second shot at life. Though pieces from the Manoteca found object furniture line are left in their original condition, their value is increased because of their new given purpose. The furniture is sturdy and has a definite character that sets the line apart from others. Key pieces include a [dual purpose dining table](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expand-furniture) that converts into a spacious writing desk as well as a carpenter's bench that is now a freestanding kitchen sink. Metal easels are paired with reflective glass sheets to create industrial mirrors. These pieces are adjustable and have lockable casters that allow for movement control. The Manoteca found object furniture line combines [environmentally conscious design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rosana-sousa) along with the artful details of the aged pieces. Image Credit: Manoteca ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Repurposed Furniture:** Repurposing found objects for furniture is a sustainable trend with potential for increasing the value of products. - **Industrial Design:** Industrial design elements are used to create unique furniture pieces with character and functionality. - **Dual Purpose Furniture:** Furniture that serves multiple functions is a rising trend in both home and office spaces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Manufacturing:** The furniture manufacturing industry can incorporate sustainable and environmentally conscious practices into their production processes. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can incorporate repurposed furniture pieces that add character and uniqueness to interior design. - **Workspace Design:** The workspace design industry can use dual purpose furniture pieces to maximize functionality in office spaces while maintaining a visually appealing aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Organic Ancient Design Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earth-to-people-furniture-collection.md) - [Recycled Shoe-Made Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remix-maison.md) - [Felled Tree Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ptacek-home-chunk-line.md) - [Sustainable Side Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/re-up-side-tables.md) - [Adaptive Furniture Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usm-haller-reframed.md) - [Fishing Container Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/common-neglect-material.md) - [Waste-Based Furniture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofriendly-furniture1.md) - [Eco-Friendly Sleek Office Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jenny-nordberg-1.md) - [Recycled Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection.md)