# Experimental Chair Designs Philipp Aduatz Constructed a Chair Made of Gravel By Francesca Mercurio | Published 2021-10-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philipp-aduatz References: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/design/gravel-chair-philipp-aduatz-10-19-2021/)  Vienna-based designer Philipp Aduatz has constructed a chair primarily made of gravel. Dubbed the 'Gravel Chair,' this furniture piece is made of construction material and boasts a well-executed [experimental furniture design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experiment-chair). Philipp Aduatz chose an unusual material to build with and, as a result, created a unique design that has sparked dialogue within the design industry. To construct the chair, Aduatz took polystyrene foam, added [resin and glass fibers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samba-dining-chair), and then covered the entire volume with stone. The result is a highly textured surface that resembles the gravel one would encounter in any outdoor space. Although appearing quite heavy, the chair is [lightweight due to its polystyrene foam](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-limbo-chair) base. The 'Gravel Chair' is a limited edition piece, with 12 available worldwide. Image Credit: Paris Tsitsos, [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/design/gravel-chair-philipp-aduatz-10-19-2021/), [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/design/gravel-chair-philipp-aduatz-10-19-2021/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Experimental Furniture Design:** Using unconventional materials and techniques to create unique furniture pieces. - **Textured Surfaces:** Creating furniture pieces that feature highly textured surfaces using a variety of construction materials to add both visual and tactile interest. - **Limited Edition Furniture:** Producing exclusive furniture pieces in limited quantities to elevate the perceived value and rarity of the item. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Exploring new materials and construction techniques to create innovative furniture designs that capture the interest of buyers. - **Construction Materials:** Developing new applications for construction materials, such as polystyrene foam and resin, to expand beyond traditional construction uses and into the realm of furniture design. - **Interior Design:** Incorporating experimental and unique furniture pieces into interior design to create personalized and original living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unexpected Boundary-Pushing Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atypical-chair.md) - [Ultra-Precise Woven Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-chair-design.md) - [Marbles-Inspired Intricate Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shepherd-studio.md) - [Sleek Steel Structural Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/combchair.md) - [3D-Printed Concrete Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-none.md) - [Fishing-Inspired Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akos-huber.md) - [Circular Modernist Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerogravity-chair.md) - [Sprouting Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-chair-on-grass.md) - [Waste-Incorporated Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-chairs.md)