# Optical Illusion Seating The All Wood Minja Kolehmainen 'Side Chair' Looks Like Fabric By Marissa Liu | Published 2009-09-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minja-kolehmainen-side-chair References: [mocoloco](http://mocoloco.com/archives/011888.php) & [minjakolehmainen](http://www.minjakolehmainen.com/chair.html) Inspired by a Louis the 16th side chair, the Minja Kolehmainen ‘Side Chair’ is an exquisite example of woodwork. The ‘Side Chair’ posesses a clever twist. Instead of a [soft, cushioned upholstery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidahida) the Minja Kolehmainen ‘Side Chair’ is hard and made entirely of [beech and walnut wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/same-same). The chair is contructed so that it still possesses the aesthetic detailing of fabric. The Minja Kolehmanien ‘Side Chair’ it is not made by traditional methods alone. The components are [CNC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundlink-plus) cut and then assembled and finished by hand. This piece is a combination of modern technology and old-world craftsmanship. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Woodwork Innovation:** The Minja Kolehmainen 'Side Chair' showcases an innovative approach to woodwork by mimicking fabric detailing. - **CNC Integration:** The use of CNC technology in cutting and assembling the 'Side Chair' demonstrates the integration of modern methods in traditional craftsmanship. - **Optical Illusion Design:** The 'Side Chair' exemplifies the trend of optical illusion designs that challenge perceptions by using wood to mimic fabric. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture:** The furniture industry can explore opportunities to integrate innovative woodwork techniques to create visually captivating designs like the 'Side Chair'. - **Craftsmanship:** The craftsmanship industry can adapt to the changing landscape by embracing CNC technology in combination with traditional techniques, as seen in the construction of the 'Side Chair'. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can leverage optical illusion designs, such as the 'Side Chair', to create unique and engaging spaces for their clients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Scissor-Inspired Minimal Wooden Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kainchee-chair.md) - [Plywood Sculptural Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mt-chair.md) - [Floating Component Dining Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-top-chair.md) - [Music-Inspired Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-chair1.md) - [Minimal Geometric Chair Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/euclid-chair.md) - [Luxurious Minimal Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxurious-minimal-chair.md) - [Sprouting Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-chair-on-grass.md) - [Elegant Wooden Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miko-armchair.md) - [Bent Wooden Sculptural Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pk15.md)