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Dual-Use Stool Tables

The 'Table&Stool' Offers a Bevy of Uses in Smaller Living Spaces

— March 8, 2016 — Art & Design
Although the idea of a stool table isn't new, the 'Table&Stool' takes a modern approach to the design that is ideal for small living spaces. Aside from transforming from a stool, to a table or vice-versa, the 'Table&Stool' can also be used as a standing desk accessory, bed table and more.

Currently funding on Kickstarter, the 'Table&Stool' features a design aesthetic that focuses on several bending points in order to achieve maximum efficiency. This enables the stool table to take up minimal space while still offering impressive functionality.

City living is becoming more focused on space-saving and efficiency than ever. The 'Table&Stool' is designed to make the most of every inch to ensure that space is never wasted or used in a haphazard fashion.
Trend Themes
1. Dual-use Furniture - There is growing interest in furniture that can transform from one use to another, creating opportunities for innovative products that can serve multiple purposes in small living spaces.
2. Efficient Design Aesthetics - There is an increasing focus on design aesthetics that focus on maximizing efficiency through the use of bending points and other space-saving techniques.
3. Modular Living Solutions - The trend towards smaller living spaces is fueling demand for modular living solutions that can be adapted to fit specific space requirements and offer maximum functionality.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - The furniture manufacturing industry has an opportunity to develop innovative, dual-use furniture products that can serve multiple purposes and maximize space in small living areas.
2. Interior Design - The interior design industry can leverage trends towards efficient design aesthetics and modular living solutions to create innovative designs that maximize space and functionality in small living spaces.
3. Real Estate Development - Real estate developers can incorporate trends towards modular living solutions and efficient design aesthetics into new building designs to create cutting-edge living spaces that maximize function and minimize wasted space.
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