# Net-Textured Ottomans The Panier Stool is a Modern Adaptation of an Ancient Craft By Amelia Roblin | Published 2012-06-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panier-stool References: [indesignlive](http://www.indesignlive.com/articles/Panier-by-Helen-Kontouris-14520) & [helenkontouris](http://www.helenkontouris.com/home) The Panier Stool has the sort of intriguing and contemporary silhouette that could get away without any added detailing, but Helen Kontouris has enhanced her product with a gripping diamond texture that behaves quite like woven twine. The entire piece appears to be molded with the netting pattern outset; however, it's convincingly authentic in the way that it tightens at the top and spreads towards the broadening base. The crisp crisscrossing lines allude to the [tradition of weaving baskets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-chair-designs). "Panier" itself means basket. Although the object does not perform the primary task of the hamper, it does function as a [convenient seat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loki-stool), like some originals do. In a bold way, the Panier Stool offers a way to bring a reference to craft into the modern interior context. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## 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 - **Textured Ottomans:** The trend of adding textured details to ottomans offers an opportunity for innovative designs that blend ancient craft with contemporary aesthetics. - **Modern Adaptation:** The trend of modern adaptations of ancient crafts presents opportunities for creative and innovative furniture designs. - **Weaving-inspired Designs:** The trend of incorporating weaving-inspired patterns into furniture allows for disruptive innovation in the interior design industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Manufacturing:** The furniture manufacturing industry can explore the trend of textured ottomans to create unique and eye-catching designs that cater to modern interiors. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can leverage the trend of modern adaptations of ancient crafts to offer clients furniture pieces that blend traditional and contemporary styles seamlessly. - **Craft and Artisanal Industries:** The craft and artisanal industries can explore the trend of weaving-inspired designs to create innovative and distinctive products that appeal to modern consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Geometric Upholstered Poufs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tait.md) - [Stackable Cork-Like Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drum-stool-1.md) - [Simplistic Outdoor Poufs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/costuras-poufs.md) - [Gathering-Encouraged Playful Poufs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palma-pouf.md) - [Paper Cord-Wrapped Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-bench.md) - [Cozy Contemporary Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-perron-bun.md) - [Handcrafted Stone Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-stool.md) - [Visibly Undulating Stool Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concave-stool.md) - [Multifaceted Geometric Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stackable-stools.md)