# Versatile Contemporary Lounge Chairs Marco Sousa Santos' Design is for Indoor and Outdoor Use By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-10-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marco-sousa-santos References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/lounge-chair-utilizes-portuguese-wood-joinery/) & [branca-lisboa](http://www.branca-lisboa.com/) Marco Sousa Santos, a Portuguese designer who's known for his modern creations, is responsible for the '[Barca Lounge Chair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barca)' made fro Branca, a furniture brand that's based in Lisbon. Using Iroko and Ash wood, Marco Sousa Santos constructs the chairs by utilizing a handcrafted technique -- ensuring that each is manufactured with the finest quality. What makes the pieces standout however is the unique shape that they take on, with the the [curvaceous parts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gomo-armchair) coming together to form a highly sleek look that does away with any unnecessary components that might detract from its modernity. Although primarily meant for [outdoor use](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/africa-collection), Marco Sousa Santos' durable design is easily integrated into the homes of its consumers as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Versatile Outdoor Furniture:** The trend of designing outdoor furniture that can also be used indoors offers opportunities for furniture companies to appeal to customers looking for adaptable pieces. - **Handcrafted Modern Design:** Combining traditional handcrafted techniques with modern design offers a unique selling point for designers and furniture companies. - **Sustainable Materials:** Creating furniture using sustainable materials like Iroko and Ash wood can be a disruptive innovation opportunity for furniture companies, appealing to eco-conscious customers. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Design:** Furniture designers have the opportunity to create innovative designs that cater to customers looking for versatile pieces of furniture for both indoors and outdoors. - **Outdoor Furniture Retail:** Retailers who offer outdoor furniture that can also be used indoors can appeal to a wider customer base and increase sales by marketing the versatility of the products. - **Sustainable Materials Manufacturing:** Manufacturers who use sustainable materials like Iroko and Ash wood to produce furniture can create a unique selling point for their products and attract eco-conscious customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Quick-Dry Patio Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-lounge-chair.md) - [Eco-Friendly Lounge Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recyclable-lounge-chair.md) - [Leaf-Inspired Modern Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-lounge-chair1.md) - [Minimal Outdoor Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bask-lounge.md) - [Industrial Exterior Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osier-lounge-chair.md) - [Vibrant Chaise Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versarest.md) - [Enhanced Comfort Versatile Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icon-chair.md) - [Soothing Boat-Like Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canoa-chair.md) - [Ultra-Comfy Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cushy-lounge-chair.md)