# Modern Multifunctional Chairs The Woodieful Stool Also Doubles as a Side Table and Magazine Rack By Meghan Young | Published 2015-01-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-chair References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/woodieful-chair-magazine-holder-side-table-one/) & [woodieful](http://woodieful.com/) Don't let the diminutive form of Woodieful deceive anyone, it is a multifunctional chair that would prove helpful in a number of living spaces and offices. Shaped like a modern stool, its design features some unique elements that help it turn from a seat into a table and even a magazine rack. A triple threat, the multifunctional chair is made for [small spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookmarker-table) that require optimized pieces of furniture. The slots of the multifunctional chair are not there just for looks, it can hold a number of books while bringing an airy aesthetic to the home its placed in. What makes the multifunctional chair particularly special is the fact that it is [meant to be flipped around](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipster) to fulfill different purposes, giving it a completely different look each time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Multifunctional Furniture:** Opportunity for creating innovative furniture pieces that serve multiple purposes and optimize small spaces. - **Convertible Design:** Potential for designing furniture that can easily transform from one function to another, offering versatility and convenience. - **Space Optimization:** Space-saving furniture solutions that maximize functionality in small living spaces and offices. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can explore the production of multifunctional furniture designs to meet the growing demand for space-efficient solutions. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can incorporate multifunctional furniture into their projects to help clients optimize limited spaces. - **Home Decor Retail:** Home decor retailers have an opportunity to offer a range of multifunctional furniture pieces that cater to customers seeking space-saving options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Table-Equipped Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/migo-chair.md) - [Dual-Function Seating Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubik-stool.md) - [Hollow Multipurpose Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tailor-armchair.md) - [Bookcase-Equipped Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/low-wall-side-table.md) - [Storage-Attached Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grid-chair.md) - [Adventurous Versatile Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipster-seat.md) - [Recycled Aluminum Furniture Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joy-stool-one.md) - [Wooden Lounge Rocking Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nice-chair.md) - [Colorful Dual-Purpose Stool Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s1-stool.md)