# Recyclable Multipurpose Stools The 'BEC' Simple Stool Works as Both a Seat and an End Table By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-04-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simple-stool References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/04/06/an-oh-so-simple-stool/) & [vimeo](https://vimeo.com/user59401029) Those that live in smaller spaces need to make the most of every inch of their living areas, so the 'BEC' is a simple stool that can operate in a number of different ways to ensure optimal flexibility. The 'BEC' stool is designed with a [flatpack aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bug-collection-1) that makes it simple for shipping purposes and easy to put together upon arrival with the consumer. The 'BEC' stool is crafted from [aluminum and MDF](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldseat), which enables it to be a more sustainable option as it can be recycled after use to ensure it doesn't end up in a landfill. The 'BEC' simple stool can operate as a traditional seat in a space or be used as an [end table](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-crate-and-end-table), depending on needs at any given time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Sustainable Furniture Design:** The BEC stool's use of recyclable materials and flatpack design presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the sustainable furniture design market. - **Flexible Multiuse Furniture:** The BEC stool's ability to function as both a seat and an end table points to a trend in creating flexible multi-use furniture. - **DIY Flatpack Design:** The BEC stool's flatpack design presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the DIY furniture market. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Design:** The BEC stool's sustainable materials and multi-use capabilities could lead to innovative designs in the furniture industry. - **Home Decor:** The BEC stool's sleek design and multipurpose functionality could become popular in the home decor industry. - **Eco-friendly Manufacturing:** The BEC stool's recyclable materials and flatpack design could drive the adoption of eco-friendly manufacturing practices in the furniture industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Aluminum Furniture Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joy-stool-one.md) - [Sustainable Space-Saving Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-flex-perch-stool.md) - [DIY Flatpack Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/that-stool.md) - [Recycled Paper Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-plod-stool.md) - [Colorful Dual-Purpose Stool Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s1-stool.md) - [Flat-Packed Wooden Stool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-stool-concept.md) - [Fan-Shaped Stackable Stool Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stool-concept.md) - [Transformative Clover Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clover-collective-modular.md) - [Functional Flat-Packed Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walle-stool.md)