# Minimalist Pyramidal Stools Octahedrons by Benjamin Migliore Can Take on Two Positions By Meghan Young | Published 2014-01-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octahedrons-by-benjamin-migliore References: [plusmood](http://plusmood.com/2014/01/octahedrons-benjamin-migliore/) & [benjaminmigliore](http://www.benjaminmigliore.com/) Octahedrons by Benjamin Migliore, an industrial designer based in Barcelona, Spain, is a [multi-functional stool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girard-stool) that focuses as much on form as it does on function. It is comprised of two octahedron shapes on top of a triangular base, hence its descriptive name. Taking on a [minimalist skeletal aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sedeo-chair), it is a modern design that could either be used as a tall stool for one or a short bench for two. Made up of [nine connecting pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walle-stool), Octahedrons by Benjamin Migliore is solid and resistant, which means that it is built to last. With its industrial appeal, it tests time in a stylish way as well. It will be hard for a person to get sick of this design. It is perfect for studios, offices and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Multi-functional Furniture:** Designing furniture that can serve multiple purposes and adapt to different needs and spaces. - **Minimalist Aesthetics:** Creating furniture with clean, simple lines and a modern, understated style. - **Industrial Design:** Incorporating elements of industrial materials and construction into furniture design for a unique and durable product. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Design:** Creating pieces that are both functional and visually appealing with a focus on innovative and practical design. - **Interior Design:** Incorporating modern design elements into spaces to create visually stunning and practical environments. - **Architecture:** Adapting furniture design to fit unique structures and spaces, while also exploring innovative materials and construction techniques. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multifaceted Geometric Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stackable-stools.md) - [Contrasting Element Concrete Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conecto-modular-stool.md) - [Sculptural Monochromatic Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monochromatic-stool.md) - [Design-Forward Stackable Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stackable-stool.md) - [Bright Colorful Structural Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fels.md) - [Modular Workspace Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-stool-design.md) - [Interlocking Wooden Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tie-stool.md) - [Highly Functional Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loki-stool.md) - [Wheeled Bright Stumpy Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stump-stool-1.md)