# Nerdy Furniture Erik Olofson Creates a Book Inspired Sofa For Cozy Reading By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-06-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nerdy-furniture-erik-olofson-book-sofas References: [gearfuse](http://www.gearfuse.com/sweet-book-shaped-kids-furniture/) & [bigcozybooks](http://www.bigcozybooks.com/) Erik Olofson is the owner of Big Cozy Books, a company that creates [book-themed furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-bar-toronto). The nerdy but creative [furniture designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/friends-founders) are aimed toward commercial and public uses such as businesses, libraries, offices, reception areas, etc. They claim that their passion for reading and books is at the heart of every design. **Implications** - Despite the growing popularity and proliferation of digital books and online publications, many consumers still hold the traditional printed book dear to their hearts. Designers offering [book-themed products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/booksy), and marketers using the traditional book as a theme in their campaigns, would appeal to those consumers who still have an appreciation for classic printed novels and traditional literary publications. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Book-themed Furniture Designs:** Designers can capitalize on consumers' appreciation of printed books by offering book-themed furniture products. - **Commercial Applications of Nerdy Furniture:** Businesses, libraries, offices, and reception areas can incorporate book-themed furniture to create a cozy reading atmosphere. - **Marketing with Traditional Books:** Marketers can use the traditional book as a theme in their campaigns to appeal to consumers who still value printed books. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Design:** Furniture designers can explore book-themed designs to cater to consumers who appreciate traditional printed books. - **Commercial Interior Design:** Commercial interior designers can incorporate book-themed furniture to create a cozy reading atmosphere in businesses and public spaces. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketers and advertisers can leverage the traditional book as a theme in their campaigns to appeal to consumers who still value printed books. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Book-Storing Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookgroove-bookrack.md) - [Book-Themed Plush Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punchkins-book-plushies.md) - [Curvaceous Animalistic Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookpet-coffee-table.md) - [Tranquil Reading Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chapters-furniture.md) - [Architectural Library Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reading-nooks.md) - [Customizable Book Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lagom-collection1.md) - [Minimalist Book Storage Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-coffee-table.md) - [Literacy-Focused Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/havenly-and-reeses-book.md) - [Unique Book-Inspired Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-shaped-fans.md)