# Futuristic Angular Seats The Scoop Task Chair Has a Nice 60s Retro Aesthetic By Matt Ho | Published 2011-01-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scoop-task-chair References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5742152/heres-the-chair-of-my-1960s-sci) & [bludot](http://www.bludot.com/new/scoop-task-chair.html) The Scoop Task Chair is definitely a seat that reminds me of an otherworldly spacecraft. Designed by [Blu Dot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blu-dot-1), the seat has a 60s [sci-fi futuristic vibe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polarisgo), resembling something you'd find in 2001 Space Odyssey. The angular Scoop Task Chair is made out of woodgrain and powder-coated metal. For extra comfort, the chair [pivots and tilts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freedom-chair) depending on how you position yourself. The seat is available at a pricey $599 in the colors of ocean or smoke. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro-futuristic Design:** Opportunity for companies to create products with a vintage aesthetic combined with a futuristic twist. - **Ergonomic Office Furniture:** Potential for businesses to develop innovative seating solutions that prioritize comfort and flexibility for office workers. - **Sustainable Materials:** Opportunity to explore eco-friendly alternatives in furniture manufacturing, integrating natural elements like woodgrain with metal components. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Design:** Chance for companies in the furniture industry to reimagine seating designs and cater to consumers seeking unique and stylish options. - **Interior Design:** Potential for interior designers to incorporate retro-futuristic pieces like the Scoop Task Chair into their projects, adding a touch of individuality to spaces. - **Home Office Solutions:** Opportunity for businesses specializing in home office furniture to provide ergonomic and visually appealing seating solutions for remote workers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Supportively Stylish Office Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-newson.md) - [Otherworldly Themed Rocking Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ufo-rocking.md) - [Modern Seating Centerpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-chair.md) - [Gravity-Defying Office Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sihoo-doro-s300.md) - [Adaptable Ergonomic Office Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-moon-chair.md) - [Futuristic Chair Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futuristic-chair-concept.md) - [Circular Modernist Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerogravity-chair.md) - [Stylish Ergonomic Office Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-ergonomic-office-chair.md) - [Dynamic Futuristic Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polarisgo-chair.md)