# Imaginative Necessary Furniture Shrub by Zhili Liu Adds Style to Required Functionality By Jessica Marcel | Published 2009-11-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shrub-by-zhili-liu References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2009/11/15/shrub-by-zhili-liu/) & [zhililiu](http://www.zhililiu.com/) Shanghai designer Zhili Liu wanted to add a little style to the sea of [Chinese furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karimoku-1) that considers only function in its design. Indeed, Shrub by Zhili Liu has a dash of style but still plenty of functionality. An otherwise all white design is dotted with colored bolts which hold the legs in place to the underside of the table. Shrub by Zhili Liu is great [minimalist furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookmarker-table) with a hint of personality. **Implications** - The demand for nature-inspired products is on the rise in response to the over abundance of technology to have taken over first world nations. Consumers want to lead lives separate from devices, which they commonly associate with work. Corporations looking to appeal to consumers should therefore use [nature-inspired design elements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imprint-collection) in their wares. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 28% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Nature-inspired Design:** Corporations can appeal to consumers by incorporating nature-inspired design elements in their products. - **Minimalist Furniture:** There is a growing demand for minimalist furniture that combines functionality with style. - **Personalized Furniture:** Consumers are seeking furniture with a hint of personality that reflects their individual style. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Furniture manufacturers have an opportunity to meet the demand for nature-inspired, minimalist, and personalized furniture. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can utilize nature-inspired design elements to create stylish and functional spaces. - **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the growing trend of nature-inspired and personalized furniture by offering a wide range of products to appeal to consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Living Plant DIY Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-hideaway.md) - [Tailor-Made Furniture Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aesthetics-and-functionality.md) - [Terrarium Stool Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-stool.md) - [Naturalistic Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-nature-collection.md) - [Handle-Equipped Planter Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-plant-shelf.md) - [Ubiquitous Simplistic Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skagerak.md) - [Geometric Cutout Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designated-table.md) - [Unconventional Outdoor Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-joy-furniture.md) - [Nature-Inspired Minimal Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capture-the-light.md)