# Sun-Hindering Hammocks The Free-Standing Royal Botania Surf Lounger Creates its Own Shade By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-01-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/royal-botania-surf-lounger References: [trendir](http://www.trendir.com/archives/004879.html) & [royalbotania](http://www.royalbotania.com/collections/new-collections/surf.html) I’ve always loved the idea of hammocks, but have rarely found them to be as comfortable as the [Royal Botania Surf Lounger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pavillon-de-design) looks to be. Unlike its cousin the Wave, this model is anchored on both sides, making it an ideal [swinging seat for two](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anymaka-hammock-tent) people at once. Embodying a beautiful elliptical form composed of the metal frame and canvas seat and canopy, the Royal Botania Surf Lounger doubles as a [sculptural work of art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-outdoor-furniture). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 - **Free-standing Hammocks:** Opportunity to create innovative sun-protection features in hammocks. - **Elliptical Loungers:** Opportunity to create sculptural, aesthetically-pleasing outdoor furniture. - **Swinging Seats for Two:** Opportunity to design hammocks that can accommodate two people comfortably. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Furniture:** The outdoor furniture industry can incorporate new sun-protection features in their hammock designs. - **Art and Design:** The design industry can create aesthetically pleasing outdoor furniture that doubles as a work of art. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can offer comfortable and aesthetically pleasing outdoor furniture to enhance guest experience in tropical destinations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Outdoor Lounging Rocking Hammocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panama-banana.md) - [Marine-Grade Sun Shades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shibumi-shade.md) - [Wooden Structural Outdoor Bedes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hut-lounge-bed.md) - [Two-Person Hammock Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hive-hammock-stand.md) - [Hammock-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palmera.md) - [Featherlight Hammock Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-hammock.md) - [Beachside Modern Daybed Setups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contour-daybed.md) - [Vehicle-Mounted Hammock Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outpost-overland-hammock-stand.md) - [Ultra-Comfortable Minimal Hammocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turtlebug.md)