Retro-Modern Storage Tables

CB2's SAIC Sling Nightstand is a Functional Place to Store Magazines

This sling nightstand from CB2 was created in collaboration with School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) and is a functional storage solution for magazines and loose papers.

The furniture piece can be displayed in bedrooms -- as a nightstand -- or in living rooms where it can serve as a practical side table. SAIC's collaboration with CB2 is part of the educational institution's Designed Objects curriculum and is a partnership that "explores an awareness of surfaces."

Featuring a durable, iron frame, this leather sling nightstand is adorned with a brass finish and is a contemporary design solution that is not only functional for storage but also aesthetically striking. The piece references retro design styles and is a lightweight item that can be used in multiple spaces.

Retro-modern Design
Opportunity to merge retro design with modern functionality in various consumer products.
Collaborative Design
Opportunity for businesses to collaborate with educational institutions to create innovative products.
Multi-functional Furniture
Opportunity to create furniture that serves multiple purposes to optimize space usage.

Where This Applies

Furniture Manufacturing
Manufacturers can leverage the trend of retro-modern design to create unique and functional pieces of furniture.
Education
Educational institutions can partner with businesses to provide hands-on design experience to students and drive innovation.
Interior Design
Interior designers can incorporate multi-functional furniture into their designs to optimize and maximize space usage for clients.
SCORE
4.8 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 90%
Activity 47%
Freshness 8%

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