# Cocoon Couches The Nest Seat is Both Stylish and Environmentally Friendly By Kamal Musharbash | Published 2011-02-17 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nest-seat References: [bornrich](http://www.bornrich.com/entry/nest-a-rattan-based-lounger-works-as-cocoon-for-you/) & [iGreenSpot](http://www.iGreenSpot.com) Crafted in the [University of Lund](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiachair) in Sweden, the Nest seat is created out of rattan and will make quite the impression on your friends and family. The [cocoon-shaped seat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/introvert-chair) is quite the endeavor from Per Bolund in the University, all while keeping the environment in mind. The Nest seat comes equipped with a tag from the [World Wildlife Foundation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-kseberga) deeming it as a certified eco-conscious project. Environment aside, the very trendy seat will make for great cuddling nights or for that need to temporarily escape reality. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Furniture:** The trend towards eco-friendly furniture can create opportunities for businesses to innovate and create sustainable products. - **Cocoon-shaped Seating:** The trend towards cocoon-shaped seating can create opportunities for businesses to design unique and comfortable furniture pieces. - **Certified Green Products:** The trend towards certified green products can create opportunities for businesses to differentiate themselves in the market by highlighting their commitment to sustainability. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Furniture manufacturers can capitalize on the trend towards eco-friendly and innovative seating designs to create unique products that appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Home Decor:** Companies in the home decor industry can leverage the trend towards unique and stylish seating options to create visually appealing products for consumers. - **Sustainable Living:** The trend towards certified eco-conscious products presents opportunities for businesses in various industries to demonstrate their commitment to sustainable living and appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Envelope-Packaged Couch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/couch-in-an-envelope.md) - [Cozy Contemporary Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-perron-bun.md) - [Cocoon-Inspired Bench Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gandan-bench.md) - [Pod-Inspired Bulbous Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pod-collection.md) - [Futuristic Curved Islandic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nest-2.md) - [Eco-Friendly Pouf Chair Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rio-pouffe.md) - [Versatile Nesting Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cozmo-1.md) - [Ultra-Comfy Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cushy-lounge-chair.md) - [Bauhaus-Themed Contrasting Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocoon-sofa.md)