# Rocking Beach Chairs Sandy Seating by Joon and Jung Mimics Soothing Ocean Audio By Shelby Lee Walsh | Published 2009-05-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocking-on-the-beach-chair References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/6534/joon-jung-rocking-on-the-beach-chairs.html) If you live in the city, it can be hard to make time to fit in going to the beach. Joon and Jung have designed the ‘[rocking on the beach](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oval-rocking-chair)’ chair to bring the beach to you. The chair is comprised of pipes made of plastic created to mimic the [soothing sounds of the ocean](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frequency-20). To really get this chair to sound realistic, the designers actually did research on Netherland beaches to perfect the audio realism. Just put on some sunscreen, plop into one of these [relaxing chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calma-lounge-by-layer) and you’ll forget that your in the middle of a metropolis! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sandy Seating:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new seating designs that incorporate sensory elements to mimic nature. - **Audio Realism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore ways to incorporate realistic sounds and audio experiences into various products and environments. - **Urban Beaches:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create urban beach concepts that bring the relaxing atmosphere of the beach to city dwellers. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture furniture that enhances relaxation and incorporates sensory experiences. - **Sound Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop technologies that produce realistic audio experiences and soundscapes. - **Urban Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative urban spaces and environments that provide a sense of escape and relaxation in city settings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Soothing Boat-Like Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canoa-chair.md) - [Sea Creature-Inspired Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seat-urchin.md) - [Modernized Rocking Chair Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nodding-chair.md) - [Rocking Outdoor Chair Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocking-feet.md) - [Versatile Beach Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-beach-chair.md) - [Playground-Inspired Seating Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swing-seat.md) - [Wooden Lounge Rocking Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nice-chair.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Beach Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-beach-chair.md) - [Childhood-Inspired Outdoor Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peace-outdoor-lounge.md)