# Microscopic Molecular Chairs The Molecular Chair by Antonio Pio Saracino is Inspired by Science By Tia Clarke | Published 2013-04-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-molecular-chair References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/antonio-pio-saracino-molecular-chair/) & [antoniopiosaracino](http://www.antoniopiosaracino.com/design) The Molecular Chair is a highly unusual design created by Antonio Pio Saracino. The miniature balls that covers the [baroque style chair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coliseum-chair) is meant to represent microscopic matter. The Italian designer says his creation aims to "cross the boundaries between scientific knowledge and expressive design." The chairs were created by making a mesh frame from twisted wire and then covering it with [recycled woollen balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruffini). Not only do these chairs look great, but the balls also provide a lot of cushion.This creative masterpiece was produced by the Italian manufacturer Polimodel. These [odd-looking chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atypical-chair) have a certain eclectic charm to them. They would certainly make a bold statement in a classical dining room. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/antonio-pio-saracino-molecular-chair/), [antoniopiosaracino](http://www.antoniopiosaracino.com/design) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 51% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Microscopic-inspired Designs:** Opportunity to create designs inspired by microscopic matter and scientific knowledge. - **Recycling in Furniture Design:** Innovative opportunities for creating unique pieces using eco-friendly materials. - **Eclectic Charm Design:** Creating unique designs that incorporate eclectic charm and bold statements in classical spaces. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Opportunity for furniture manufacturers to explore creating unique designs with eco-friendly materials and inspired by scientific knowledge. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers to make use of eclectic charm designs in classical spaces. - **Science Art Design:** Opportunity for designers to create pieces that cross the boundary between science and design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Precise Woven Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-chair-design.md) - [Circular Modernist Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerogravity-chair.md) - [Innovative Copper Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanocrystaline-chairs.md) - [Rope-Like Dynamic Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caterpillar-lounge.md) - [Seashell-Inspired Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traditional-and-digital-techniques.md) - [Otherworldly-Inspired Dynamic Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmos-chair.md) - [Cocktail-Resembling Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-chair.md) - [Waste-Incorporated Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-chairs.md) - [Espresso Maker-Inspired Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moka-chair.md)