# Paper Lantern-Inspired Tables The Nendo andon Table Pays Homage to a Japanese Design By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-06-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-andon-table References: [homecrux](https://www.homecrux.com/nendo-andon-lantern-table/172580/) & [nendo.jp](https://www.nendo.jp/jp/works/andon/)  The [Nendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-twins-side-table) andon table is a [paper lantern-inspired furniture piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tsubomi) for modern homes to help infuse a touch of function and wonder for inhabitants to appreciate. The tables were debuted at Salone del Mobile 2022 and come in several different forms to choose from. Each of the tables are crafted with a black enameled lava stone tabletop with a Nerosicilia shade around the base for a waterproof finish. The tables can be used with or without lighting and pay homage to the Japanese paper lanterns (andon) for a wondrous touch inside a living space. The Nendo andon table maintains a [minimalist design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-table-designs) that's also inherently functional to ensure it meets the needs of today's modern consumer. The tables are suited for living rooms or even bedrooms, according to consumer preferences. Image Credit: Nendo ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## 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 - **Paper Lantern-inspired Furniture:** Opportunity to innovate furniture design by incorporating paper lantern-inspired aesthetic. - **Minimalist Functional Design:** Opportunity to innovate furniture design by incorporating minimalist functional design. - **Waterproof Furniture:** Opportunity to innovate furniture design by incorporating waterproof materials in the furniture design. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Design:** Opportunity for furniture designers to incorporate paper lantern-inspired aesthetic, minimalist functional design, and waterproof materials in their product line. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor companies to offer clients contemporary home decor products with unique design elements such as paper lantern-inspired aesthetic. - **Architecture and Interior Design:** Opportunity for architects and interior designers to incorporate furniture with paper lantern-inspired aesthetic, minimalist functional design, and waterproof materials in their space design projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Japanese Lantern-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madco.md) - [Origami-Inspired Lit Table Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightup.md) - [Illuminating Stone-Made Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nau-design.md) - [Posh Paper Craft-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japandi-lamp.md) - [Hybrid Aesthetic Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyobodo-fuoco.md) - [Tech-Friendly Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-twins-side-table.md) - [Colorful Contemporary Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/runda-tables.md) - [Perplexingly Angular Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tadashi-side-table.md) - [Clay-Covered Outdoor Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-kasane-33-clay-table.md)