# Leaflike Backrests Patrick Norguet's Stem Chair is Elegantly Organic By Meghan Young | Published 2011-05-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stem-chair References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/stem-by-patrick-norguet-for-crassevig/) & [patricknorguet](http://www.patricknorguet.com/) If you are looking for a simple seat to add to your home that will not detract from your existing decor, I suggest you turn your attention to the Stem chair. Although it sports a rather [minimalist design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yay-chair), it nevertheless has an interesting backrest detail that makes the entire piece eye-catching. Designed by Patrick Norguet for the Italian company Crassevig, the Stem chair looks like a vein-riddled leaf that has been plucked and curved to serve as an [elegant and organic support](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gomo-armchair) for one's back. [Lightweight yet sturdy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-lite-chair), the Stem chair could also be likened to a half-formed basket. Made out of polyurethane, the Stem chair is modern with a touch of whimsy. You could even add a cushion for comfort and a pop of color. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 - **Organic-inspired Furniture:** Designing furniture with organic elements and nature-inspired designs. - **Minimalist Designs:** Creating products with simple and clean design aesthetics. - **Lightweight and Sturdy Materials:** Exploring new materials for product design that are both light and sturdy. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture:** The furniture industry can innovate by incorporating organic shapes and designs in their product lines. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can use organic-inspired furniture as a statement piece in a minimalist space. - **Material Science:** Material scientists can research and develop new materials that are both lightweight and sturdy for use in industrial design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Structurally Complex Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-arch-chair.md) - [Wooden Extended Backrest Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bice-chair.md) - [Nostalgic Bistro-Style Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aroma-chair.md) - [Living Plant DIY Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-hideaway.md) - [Skeletally Inspired Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chaise-espinhal.md) - [Naturalistic Grass-Inspired Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-flip-chair.md) - [Chaotically Natural Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kkochgalam-chair.md) - [Sprouting Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-chair-on-grass.md) - [Naturalistic Stainable Seat Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daisee-chair.md)