# Socially Charged Seating The Sebastian Errazuriz 'Occupy Chairs' Collection Commodifies Protest By Sarah Moore | Published 2012-03-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sebastian-errazuriz-occupy-chairs References: [hyperallergic](http://hyperallergic.com/47975/sebastian-errazuriz-occupy-chairs/) & [hyperallergic](http://hyperallergic.com) The Sebastian Errazuriz 'Occupy Chairs' Collection is a politically driven art installation that combines protest signage with a place to take a load off. Playing off the slogans of the 'Occupy Wall Street' movement, each chair in the [series features a different anti-capitalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bells-whistles), '1%-bashing' message scribbled in black acrylic paint. The lettering is large and messy, similar to that of a protest sign, and dictates messages such as "Hungry? Eat a Banker," "Kill Corporate Greed" and "Too Big to Fail is Too Big to Allow." The Chilean-born artist developed the series with the hope that wealthy collectors would purchase the chairs and, by doing so, the messages of the 99% would be seen in the homes of the 1%. The Sebastian Errazuriz 'Occupy Chairs' collection debuted at the [Cristina Grajales Gallery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faro-mixer) booth at the Armory Show in Manhattan last weekend in another attempt to address the social class gap and draw more attention to the various 'Occupy' movements across the world. Additional Photo Credits: [www.designboom.com](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/10/view/19771/sebastian-errazuriz-occupy-chairs-the-armory-show-2012.html) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Political Furniture:** There is an opportunity to create furniture that combines art and political statements for sale to politically active consumers. - **Socially Conscious Home Decor:** By highlighting social justice issues in home decor, there's potential to create products that resonate with consumers who prioritize social responsibility. - **Activist Art Installations:** Art installations that address political issues and highlight social justice movements can serve as a platform to spread awareness and bring about change in society. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can produce furniture that pairs a comfortable design with a political message for consumers who are politically and socially aware. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can curate spaces with home decor that promotes activism and social responsibility. - **Fine Arts:** Visual artists can create installations that address social justice issues and spark conversations about political activism and change. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Essay-Integrated Dynamic Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pax-new-yorkea.md) - [Sizable Chair Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-installation.md) - [Modern Design-Exploring Art Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pratone-chair.md) - [Unconventional Awkwardly Seated Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncomfortable-table.md) - [Unexpected Boundary-Pushing Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atypical-chair.md) - [Recycled Dynamic Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bultan-chair.md) - [Bold Community-Reflected Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-flap-chair.md) - [Dynamic Joint Furniture Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/please-sit-for-the-alternate-ending.md) - [Spiritual Meditation Chair Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/12-chairs-for-meditation.md)