# Undulating Plywood Stools The Mågen Stool is Made with Six Pieces of Plywood for Durable Comfort By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-03-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mgen-stool References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2019/03/19/a-plywood-stool-with-some-bounce/) The Mågen stool is a durable yet surprisingly comfortable seating solution that could replace the chair at a desk to offer an intriguing space to sit while getting work done. The stool features a design that is achieved with six pieces of plywood for the top portion that has been molded to create a butterfly-like aesthetic, which will undulate when sat on. This helps to reduce the pressure that is often created when sitting on a rigid seat to make staying stationary when working less uncomfortable and also add an element of fun thanks to the somewhat bouncy design. The Mågen stool is the design work of Pernille Løgstrup Iversen, Rikke Palmerston and Fatima Fransson, and features a comfortable aesthetic that doesn't actually require a cushion in order to be used. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 37% | 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 - **Durable Seating Solutions:** The use of innovative materials and designs to create durable yet comfortable seating solutions. - **Ergonomic Furniture Design:** The use of molded plywood and other materials to create ergonomic furniture designs that reduce pressure and discomfort while sitting. - **Playful Office Furniture:** The incorporation of fun and bouncy designs in office furniture to make the work environment more enjoyable. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Opportunity for furniture manufacturers to explore new materials and designs for creating durable and comfortable seating solutions. - **Office Furniture:** Opportunity for the office furniture industry to offer ergonomic designs that prioritize user comfort and well-being. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers to incorporate playful and fun furniture designs in office spaces to create a more engaging work environment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interlocking Wooden Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tie-stool.md) - [Active Sitting Cork Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ylin-stool.md) - [Ultra-Simple Workstation Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verk-stool.md) - [Functional Decorative Rocking Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rool-stool.md) - [Biodegradable Stool Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ergonomic-stool.md) - [Modular Collaboration Stool Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butterfly-stool.md) - [Sustainable Space-Saving Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-flex-perch-stool.md) - [Plastic-Inspired Wooden Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastic-translation-stool.md) - [Multifaceted Geometric Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stackable-stools.md)