# Chic Sustainable Side Tables The 'Oceanides' Table Collection Features Natural Materials By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-03-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceanides-table-collection References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2023/03/09/this-collection-of-sustainable-tables-was-built-from-a-sea-plant-and-named-after-mythological-greek-sea-nymphs/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=this-collection-of-sustainable-tables-was-built-from-a-sea-plant-and-named-after-mythological-greek-sea-nymphs) & [alexmint](https://alexmint.com/oceanides/)  The '[Oceanides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-materials)' table collection has been designed by Alexia Mintsouli for Alexa Mint as a series of furniture pieces that highlight a natural aesthetic from both a figurative and literal perspective. The tables come in two [round versions alongside a square one](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-table-designs), which are each crafted using Peloponnesian Tortora marble for the bases and legs. The top of each table is crafted with a blend of [sea plants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seahorse-coffee-table) to give the various furniture pieces a distinct appearance that varies from example to example. The sea plant, formally known as Posidonia Oceanica and informally as Neptune Grass, traditionally goes to waste when harvested so the furniture gives it a newfound purpose out of the water. The 'Oceanides' table collection showcases a connection to Greek mythology to give make the pieces a modernized classic in the home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 15% - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Furniture:** There is an opportunity to create furniture pieces that are not just functional but also sustainable, using natural materials that are environmentally friendly and unique in design. - **Upcycling of Natural Materials:** More designers can create furniture using upcycled natural materials such as Peloponnesian Tortora marble which can reduce waste and give new use to materials that may have been discarded. - **Revival of Mythology in Design:** Designers can incorporate elements of mythology in furniture design to add a unique touch that brings a sense of elegance and sophistication to the home. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Design:** The design industry can leverage the use of natural and sustainable materials and incorporate mythology in their designs for unique pieces. - **Home Decor:** Manufacturers in home decor can tap into the growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly products by offering unique decor pieces made from upcycled materials. - **Natural Resources Management:** There may be new opportunities to develop methods for upcycling natural resources such as Posidonia Oceanica, reducing waste and promoting sustainable practices in the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sea-Inspired Table Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-materials.md) - [Chic Sustainable Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-side-table.md) - [Coastline-Inspired Table Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marea-low-table.md) - [Shimmering Oceanic Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-table.md) - [Sustainable Side Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/re-up-side-tables.md) - [Aquatic Creature-Inspired Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nessie-side-table.md) - [Marble Fragment Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miscellaneous-side-table.md) - [Planet-Conscious Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fyrn.md) - [Ocean Abyss-Inspired Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abyss-horizon.md)