# Lantern-Like Seating Object O by Song Seung-Yong is Inspired by Korean Paper Lights By Meghan Young | Published 2014-06-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/object-o References: [trendir](http://www.trendir.com/archives/007903.html) & [seungyongsong](http://www.seungyongsong.com/) Object O is an interesting [seating option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-chair) that many might mistake for an interactive art installation. In a way, it does inspire reflection as such an installation would. That is because it has a [globular extension](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-stool) that secludes the sitter from the rest of the world. By doing so, Object O ensures that individuals are able to gain private moments in the hectic world called life. Designed by Korean designer Song Seung-Yong, the Object O chair is inspired by iconic Chinese lanterns. It is made out of white birch and Korean paper. What makes Object O stand out even more is the fact that it acts as a [large lantern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-lamp) since it boasts a built-in light. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Interactive Seating:** The trend of interactive seating options that blur the line between art and furniture, providing a unique user experience. - **Privacy Furniture:** The trend of furniture designs that prioritize seclusion and create private moments in busy or crowded environments. - **Innovative Lighting:** The trend of incorporating built-in lighting features into furniture designs, enhancing aesthetics and functionality. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Design:** The furniture design industry can explore new ways to create seating options that inspire reflection and offer unique user experiences. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can incorporate privacy furniture into their projects to create secluded spaces within busy or crowded environments. - **Lighting Design:** Lighting designers can collaborate with furniture designers to create innovative lighting solutions integrated seamlessly into furniture designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Balloon-Like Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seungjin-yang.md) - [Chaotically Natural Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kkochgalam-chair.md) - [Bulbous Bag-Like Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chorong-lantern.md) - [Modular Mood Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumen-chair.md) - [Japanese-Inspired Sculptureal Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonder-things.md) - [Intricate Lighting Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-of-common-interest1.md) - [Mindful Seating Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osolo.md) - [Adjustable Sculptural Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ovo-lamp.md) - [Pod-Inspired Bulbous Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pod-collection.md)