# Recycled Barn Wood Chairs The SU Collection by Emeco and Nendo in Eco-Friendly By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-04-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/su-collection References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/emeco-su-collection-nendo-reclaimed-oak-old-barns-04-09-2014/) & [emeco.net](http://www.emeco.net/) The SU Collection by [Nendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragments-becoming) and [Emeco](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truss-furniture) is made up of [old recycled pieces of wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salvage-and-sap) from barns. Instead of sourcing completely fresh wood, these two companies decided to turn something old into a modern design, and save a bit of the planet in the process. Because these chairs are made from old wood, they have a rustic-like quality to them. The designers have added on steel legs to ensure the seats sturdiness, but the seating area is made from this reclaimed wood. For anyone currently decorating their place with an industrial vibe, the SU Collection will provide ample inspiration. Nendo and Emeco did an admirable job with this design, making the most out of perfectly functional barn wood. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/emeco-su-collection-nendo-reclaimed-oak-old-barns-04-09-2014/), [emeco.net](http://www.emeco.net/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 13% | 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) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Recycled Materials:** Incorporating old and reclaimed materials into product designs offers a unique and eco-friendly aesthetic. - **Rustic Design:** The use of old wood from barns creates a rustic and vintage-inspired look in furniture and home decor. - **Industrial Vibes:** The combination of old wood with steel legs provides an industrial vibe for interior design. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Design:** The use of recycled materials in furniture design allows for sustainable and environmentally friendly products. - **Home Decor:** The incorporation of rustic design elements appeals to those seeking a vintage and eco-conscious aesthetic for their homes. - **Interior Design:** The industrial vibes created by the combination of old wood and steel legs can transform interior spaces into trendy and unique environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainably Minded Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conscious-chair.md) - [Textured Recycled Plastic Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiber-chair-family.md) - [Waste-Incorporated Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-chairs.md) - [Sustainably Made Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixu-chair.md) - [Minimalist Upcycled Aluminum Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truss-furniture.md) - [Recycled Dynamic Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bultan-chair.md) - [Sustainable Side Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/re-up-side-tables.md) - [Eco-Friendly Sleek Office Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jenny-nordberg-1.md) - [Chic Recycled Waste Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xox-chair.md)