# Sprouting Furniture Exhibits Pontus Willfors' 'Homeland' Range Boasts Branched Seating By Jana Pijak | Published 2017-02-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pontus-willfors References: [archiscene.net](http://www.archiscene.net/furniture/homeland-pontus-willfors/) & [pontuswillfors](http://www.pontuswillfors.com/) Swedish interior designer Pontus Willfors is known for furnishings that borrow their inspiration from nature. The designer's eco inspiration is prevalent in his latest range, titled 'Homeland' -- one that consists of [branched and sprouting seating and tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blooming-furniture) that are covered with a metal mesh. Though not designed to be functional, the Homeland collection is sculptural and emotive thanks to its ability to transform materials that are commonly stiff and unimaginative into ones that appear to move and grow in front of a viewer's eyes. Manipulating industrial materials like wood and metal, Pontus Willfors reinvents traditional objects in an unexpected way. Whether recreating the common dining chair or a baby crib, the designer's bold exhibit at the [Edward Cella Art & Architecture Gallery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edward-and-joyce-linde-music-building) in Culver City will leave art lovers in awe of his unique talent. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Nature-inspired Furnishings:** Designers can explore the use of natural elements in furniture design to create unique and emotive collections. - **Sculptural Furniture:** Furniture collections that prioritize form over function can add an artistic touch to interior design. - **Industrial Upcycling:** Innovative designers can repurpose industrial materials to create pieces that challenge the norms of furniture design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Interior Design:** Interior design professionals can draw inspiration from Pontus Willfors' Homeland collection to create unique and nature-inspired spaces for clients. - **Art and Architecture:** Exhibits like Pontus Willfors' at the Edward Cella Art & Architecture Gallery showcase how designers can push boundaries and challenge traditional design norms. - **Sustainable Design:** Designers can explore the use of repurposed industrial materials to create furniture collections that prioritize sustainability and reduce waste. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Organic Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roots-collection-1.md) - [Sustainable Biophilic Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inspired-by-nature.md) - [Living Plant DIY Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-hideaway.md) - [Climbing Rope-Crafted Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/entwined-objects.md) - [Nature-Inspired Structured Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twig-seating.md) - [Wilderness-Inspired Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/habitat-collection.md) - [Illusion Organic Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siembra-capsule.md) - [Unique Burl-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/don-heston-studio.md) - [Organic Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ensemble-1.md)