# Felt-Slung Seating Matthew Claudel's Chair Embodies the Simple Charm of Scandinavian Design By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-02-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matthew-claudels-chair References: [furnitureserved](http://www.furnitureserved.com/gallery/Furniture-Design-in-Scandinavia/2033295) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/mclaudel) "Minimalist" is one way to begin to describe the fetching style of characteristically northern European furnishings, but there is always another loaded element that gives these pieces such allure. Matthew Claudel's chair has this delightful factor that makes the word "simple" a gross undervaluing of the lovely impression this object leaves. The creator was involved in a program called Furniture Design in Scandinavia that provides instruction about the production of unique pieces from drawing board to prototype. Matthew Claudel's chair is a great example of a well-conceived item with a logical composition that flaunts a bit of flair too. Its frame is assembled of that [familiar Nordic pale wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/press-armchair) and the comfy seat is formed by two pieces of [slung gray fabric](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidahida-chair) to cradle the sitter. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Scandinavian-inspired Design:** There is potential for disruptive innovation in the furniture industry by incorporating Scandinavian-inspired design elements into their products. - **Minimalist Furniture:** Opportunities exist in the homeware industry to create simple yet alluring furniture with design elements that leave a memorable impression. - **Furniture Design Programs:** Innovation potential lies in the education industry, offering programs centered around furniture design that teach unique approaches to creating furniture. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Companies in this industry can capitalize on the design elements of Mathew Claudel's chair to stand out from their competition. - **Homeware Retail:** There is potential in marketing minimalist, Scandinavian-inspired furniture to individuals looking for elegant, yet simple pieces for their homes. - **Education:** Colleges and trade schools offering furniture design programs have the opportunity to attract students by incorporating unique, design-centric approaches to the teaching of furniture design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Draped Fabric-Clad Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidahida.md) - [Contemporary Leather Classic Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sling-chair-1.md) - [Contemporary Nordic Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nordic-chair-design.md) - [Slick Futuristic Chair Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classical-norwegian-design.md) - [Plywood Sculptural Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mt-chair.md) - [Philosophical Sustainable Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-chair.md) - [Thin Metal Rod Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velit-chair.md) - [Luxurious Minimal Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxurious-minimal-chair.md) - [Leftover Textile Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-lounge-chair.md)