# Insect-Inspired Seating The Mantis Chair is a Full of Predatory Allure By Andrew Robertson | Published 2012-03-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mantis-chair References: [trendsnow.net](http://www.trendsnow.net/2012/03/the-mantis-chair.html) & [wildetecture](http://wildetecture.com/) According to their website, the designers at Wildetecture have made it their goal "to create designs that are not static, but designs that are daring and unashamedly vibrant and bold," which they have certainly accomplished with their new Mantis Chair. Intricate and alien, insects can often be the source of inspiration for a variety of creative designs from artwork, fashion to furniture. The Mantis Chair has an elaborate design, influenced by the giant praying mantis native to Africa. The design is the very antithesis of static design, appearing to almost contain a life of its own, the Mantis Chair emanates with vitality and vigour -- both intimidating and inviting at the same time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 41% | 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 - **Insect-inspired Designs:** Inspired by the intricate and fascinating world of insects, companies can create bold and dynamic designs that cater to an audience looking for unique products. - **Organic Furniture:** The Mantis Chair is a perfect example of how a furniture piece can mimic nature's beauty, which could promote widespread design innovation within the industry. - **Sustainability Through Biomimicry:** Designers can create furniture that is durable, unique, and environmentally friendly by drawing inspiration from the natural world. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Design:** Companies can utilize insect-inspired designs, such as the Mantis Chair, to create new and innovative furniture pieces. - **Fashion:** The intricate patterns and shapes of insects can easily be adapted into fashion designs, promoting creativity and boldness in the industry. - **Consumer Goods:** Companies can use biomimicry to create products that are environmentally friendly, unique, and visually appealing, appealing to a wider audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rope-Like Dynamic Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caterpillar-lounge.md) - [Naturalistic Grass-Inspired Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-flip-chair.md) - [Scorpion-Like Gaming Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sk-scorpion.md) - [Ergonomic Butterfly-Inspired Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wings-chair.md) - [Sea Creature-Inspired Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seat-urchin.md) - [Chaotically Natural Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kkochgalam-chair.md) - [Sprouting Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-chair-on-grass.md) - [Wellbeing-Harnessing Fan-Like Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shanti-chair.md) - [Living Plant DIY Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-hideaway.md)