# Retro Desk Replicas Metal School Desks Bring Back Youth With Gum and Graffiti By Cowbag | Published 2009-04-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metal-school-desk-replicas-emotional-art-piece-that-also-casts-gum-and-graf References: [cakeheadlovesevil](http://cakeheadlovesevil.wordpress.com/2009/04/20/metal-school-desks-emotional-art/) These [retro metal desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/single-desk) are a really unique way to capture memories of childhood with an absolutely modern twist. The London based firm who designs these calls their vintage-style desks 'emotional' art. Why emotional? Well, they are exact replicas of [old fashioned school desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tobifant), complete with gum and graffiti to act as an everlasting memory of those happy days. Out of all the [creative ways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woset) I have seen to remember your childhood, I have to say, this is one of the very best. Great work all 'round! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Desk Replicas:** Designing vintage-style desks with nostalgic elements like gum and graffiti offers an emotional connection to childhood memories. - **Capture Memories:** Creating unique products that evoke nostalgic feelings and bring back memories is a trend that appeals to consumers seeking emotional connections. - **Modernizing Nostalgia:** Updating classic designs with modern twists, such as combining retro aesthetics with contemporary functionality, is an emerging trend in the furniture industry. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can explore the production of retro-style desks and furniture that appeals to consumers seeking products with emotional connections to childhood memories. - **Home Decor:** Home decor retailers can capitalize on the trend of nostalgic products by offering vintage-style desks and accessories that evoke feelings of nostalgia. - **Giftware:** Giftware companies have an opportunity to create unique and sentimental products like retro desk replicas that serve as thoughtful gifts for loved ones. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Industrial Metal-Framed Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-field-desk.md) - [Futuristic Sculptural Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arnardo-desk.md) - [Personalized Learning Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d2l.md) - [Hyper-Customizable Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercustomizable-desk.md) - [Cozy Home Office Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tabloid-desk.md) - [Sea Creature Study Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pirate-shark-study-desk.md) - [Fold-Away Sleek Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flip-desk.md) - [Charming Timber Workstation Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adudu-desk.md) - [Child-Friendly Nomadic Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomadic-desk.md)