# Folding Backpack Seating Solutions The Nicoless Backpack Offers a Place to Sit Anywhere By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-09-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nicoless-backpack References: [homecrux](https://www.homecrux.com/nicoless-backpack-by-primoz-jeza-design-donar/145540/) & [donar.si](https://donar.si/collections/all/products/nicoless-backpack) The Nicoless Backpack is a sustainable accessory solution for urbanites who are seeking out a way to bring a chair with them wherever they go without the need for clunky or traditional [folding alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nstel-the-chair). The chair is crafted with recycled plastic bottles and is capable of being folded up into a neat, [compact backpack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanobag-1) to let users pop a seat wherever they go. This makes it perfect for [avid travelers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bis-classic-backpack) or those who simply want a more comfortable alternative to the traditional park bench. The Nicoless Backpack is the design work of Slovenia-based Donar and is priced at €229. Maintaining a shell-like design, the backpack has a somewhat compact form factor that won't add too much additional heft to a person's everyday carry (EDC). Image Credit: Donar ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Backpack Accessories:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for businesses to create sustainable backpack accessories that offer unique functionalities. - **Compact Folding Seating Solutions:** Businesses can explore disruptive innovation opportunities in creating compact folding seating solutions that are portable and convenient for users. - **Recycled Material Innovation:** There is an opportunity for innovation in using recycled materials to create functional and eco-friendly products like the Nicoless Backpack. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Travel Accessories:** The travel accessories industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating compact folding seating solutions into their product offerings. - **Outdoor Furniture:** There is potential for disruptive innovation in the outdoor furniture industry by developing sustainable and portable seating alternatives like the Nicoless Backpack. - **Eco-friendly Fashion:** In the eco-friendly fashion industry, there is an opportunity to create innovative backpack accessories using recycled materials, providing both style and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beach Backpack Recliners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beach-backpack-recliner.md) - [Multifunctional Beach Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bumruk.md) - [Dual-Purpose Camping Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-a.md) - [Ultra-Compact Backpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanobag-daypack.md) - [Pocket-Sized Outdoor Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-sized-chair.md) - [Bold Mobile Work Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omniseat-portable-productivity.md) - [Customizable Expansion Traveler Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nectrum-wingpack.md) - [Flatpack Adventure-Ready Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-outdoor-chair.md) - [Inflatable Tote-Style Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bag-sofa.md)