# Modular Outdoor Space Benches The Conceptual 'Mass' Public Bench by João Teixeira is Minimalist By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-01-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mass-public-bench References: [tuvie](https://www.tuvie.com/mass-modern-minimalist-modular-bench-concept-for-public-spaces/) & [teixeiradesignstudio](https://teixeiradesignstudio.com/)  The conceptual 'Mass' public bench has been designed by João Teixeira for the Render Weekly Challenge as an [outdoor furniture solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adp-bench) that would provide a spot to sit that can be changed according to evolving needs. The bench works with a series of [modular components](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pla-modular-chair) including a metallic base that functions as the main support and will anchor onto the ground, while also serving as a planter for keeping greenery nearby. The connector is slipped overtop in one of three styles -- single, corner or bridge -- before using a series of [wooden seating sections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/move-a-little-bit-further) to offer several sections for sitting. The conceptual 'Mass' public bench offers an ingenious idea of how outdoor seating could be produced en masse for incorporation into virtually any space thanks to the modular design for enhanced efficiency. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 11% - 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 - **Modular Outdoor Furniture:** Opportunity for companies to create outdoor furniture with modular designs for enhanced efficiency. - **Multi-functional Outdoor Seating:** Opportunity for companies to create outdoor seating that serves more than one purpose, such as including planters for greenery. - **Customizable Public Seating:** Opportunity for companies to offer customers the ability to customize public seating to fit evolving needs. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can incorporate modular designs and multi-purpose functions into their outdoor furniture products. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planners can consider incorporating customizable public seating options into their designs. - **Landscaping:** Landscaping companies can incorporate modular outdoor furniture, such as planters and seating, into their designs for enhanced aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elegantly Airy Outdoor Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arch-bench.md) - [Inclusive Modular Cityscape Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-bench.md) - [Modular Timeless Outdoor Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mass-1.md) - [Modular Aluminum Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gb-modular-bench.md) - [Adaptable Outdoor Seat Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monom-seater-concept.md) - [Bike-Friendly Outdoor Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinajarro-bench.md) - [Contemporary Customization Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-benches.md) - [Minimalist Meditative Bench Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pause-bench.md) - [Sleek Public Seating Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leftover-bench.md)