# Plump Foam Chairs This Modern Armchair is the Softest and Comfiest Chair on the Market By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-04-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-armchair References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2014/04/09/philippe-malouin-foam-chair-established-sons-milan-2014/) & [establishedandsons](http://establishedandsons.com) Looking more like a lumpy soft cloud then a modern armchair, this brand new [foam armchair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/press-armchair) by Philippe Malouin is made using just foam. That means this could just be the softest chair ever made. The Canadian designer unveiled his latest creation, which he designed for Established & Sons, at Milan Design Week 2014. The 'Mollo' chair is the designer's first collaborative effort with the British furniture brand. With nothing hard on the inside, and an all-foam filling, the [velvet upholstered modern armchair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amia) feels as comfortable as it looks. "We always knew we wanted to make something super soft and comfortable and [Mollo] kind of happened by accident," says Malouin about his [curvy and plump creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rokko). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Soft Foam Furniture:** The use of foam as the primary material in furniture design creates new opportunities for comfortable, unique, and aesthetically pleasing product offerings. - **Cloud-like Design:** Furniture that mimics the appearance of a cloud or other soft object will appeal to consumers seeking a cozy and whimsical home environment. - **Minimalist Design:** Simple, minimalist furniture designs that prioritize comfort and versatility can provide consumers with practical and attractive home décor options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Retail:** Furniture retailers can capitalize on the trend towards soft foam furniture by offering a range of comfortable, unique, and visually appealing product offerings that meet the needs of modern consumers. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can incorporate cloud-like furniture into their designs, helping to create comfortable and inviting indoor spaces for clients. - **Home Decor:** Home decor companies can develop and market minimalist and versatile furniture designs to appeal to customers seeking practical and attractive home décor solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cozy Oversized Cushion Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perron-pillo-lounge-chair.md) - [Chunky Cylindrical Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/umi-armchair.md) - [Plush Chair Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-puffer-collection.md) - [Ultra-Comfy Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cushy-lounge-chair.md) - [Curvaceous Padded Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/talk-chair.md) - [Sustainable Curved Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gomo-armchair.md) - [Childhood-Informed Dome Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-clodette-chair.md) - [Fuzzy Modern Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuzzy-modern-chair.md) - [Colorful Upholstered Rounded Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/max-easy.md)