# Branching Backrests Sjoerd Vroonland Designs a Convertible Coat Rack Chair By Michael Hines | Published 2011-01-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sjoerd-vroonland References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2011/01/02/revised-craft-by-sjoerd-vroonland/) & [sjoerdvroonland.nl](http://www.sjoerdvroonland.nl/) The coat rack as we know it today may become extinct thanks to Dutch designer Sjoerd Vroonland. Sjoerd Vroonland has designed a chair with a customizable backrest that can instantly be converted into a coat rack. This chair isn't just some strange one-off however, it is actually part of a bigger collection dubbed Revised Crafts. Sjoerd Vroonland's Revised Crafts attempt to change the way we view seating with [unique and functional designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atypical-chair). Change the way you view seating by checking out the gallery or the many [cool and creative chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pla-modular-chair) below. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Convertible Furniture:** The trend of convertible furniture is disrupting traditional furniture design by offering multifunctional solutions that maximize space and versatility. - **Customizable Design:** The trend of customizable design is challenging the idea of one-size-fits-all by allowing consumers to personalize and adapt products according to their individual needs and preferences. - **Functional Innovation:** The trend of functional innovation is revolutionizing everyday objects by incorporating multiple features or purposes into a single design, providing practical solutions for modern lifestyles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Design:** The furniture design industry has the opportunity to embrace convertible furniture designs to meet the growing demand for versatile and space-saving solutions. - **Interior Decor:** The interior decor industry can incorporate customizable design elements to offer unique and personalized solutions that cater to individual tastes and preferences. - **Product Design:** The product design industry can explore functional innovation to create innovative and practical designs that provide enhanced functionality and convenience for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tripod-Like Garment Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-coat-rack.md) - [Chinese Character-Shaped Coat Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resting-coat-rack.md) - [Vertical Coat Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bugle.md) - [Ultra-Simple Multifunctional Furniture Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chairpf.md) - [Modernized Rocking Chair Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nodding-chair.md) - [Posh Pet-Friendly Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arch-chair-design.md) - [Versatile Dynamic Armchair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dynamic-armchair.md) - [Dynamic Structural Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldont-chair.md) - [Adjustable Position Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switch2-chair.md)