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Intricate Maze Furnishings

This Wooden Maze Table Boasts Magnetic and Moving Figures

— May 12, 2015 — Art & Design
Benjamin Nordsmark maze table draws inspiration from historic architecture and strategy games. His wooden furniture piece boasts a sleek and simple design that is accented with a hidden focal point.

Though the designer's Labyrinth Table stands on a minimalist, metal frame, its wooden top features a hidden maze that is accented with magnetic and moving figurines. Resembling a futuristic film set or strategy game set-up, this maze table top features six small characters that can be moved to different areas of the furniture piece.

The interactive home accessory marries art with function and boasts a wooden top that is accented with a sheet of glass. Though seemingly simple, this table boasts hidden elements and leaves a lasting impression when displayed within one's home.
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Furniture - The popularity of interactive furniture like the Benjamin Nordsmark maze table highlights the opportunity for furniture designers to incorporate functionality and fun into their designs.
2. Gamification of Home Decor - The use of maze-like structures and magnetic moving figures in the Benjamin Nordsmark maze table suggest the opportunity for home decor companies to integrate game-like elements into their product lines.
3. Hidden Features in Furniture - The use of hidden elements in the Benjamin Nordsmark maze table suggest the opportunity for furniture designers to create multi-functional pieces that offer interactive experiences to the user.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - Furniture designers can capitalize on trends towards interactive, multi-functional and game-like furniture that offers a unique and enjoyable experience to customers.
2. Home Decor - Home decor companies can leverage the growing interest in gamification and interactive home accessories to appeal to younger, more tech-savvy customers and differentiate themselves from competitors.
3. Interior Design - Interior designers can incorporate interactive pieces like the Benjamin Nordsmark maze table into their designs, creating a unique and engaging experience for clients.
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