# Boldly Patterned Seating Sets The Sushi Collection by Moroso Now Includes a Face-to-Face Bench By Ell Smith | Published 2017-08-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sushi-collection References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/moroso-expands-the-sushi-collection-by-edward-van-vliet/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [moroso.it](http://moroso.it/famiglia/sushi_collection/?lang=en) The Sushi Collection, which was originally launched by [Moroso](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-upholstered-seating) in 2008, has been continued with the addition of [bold and refreshing pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnus-olesen) which emphasize togetherness. The electric collection has been completed with a series of [high-walled armchairs and stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uno-collection-1) that use an imaginative floral fabric and most notably, a face-to-face bench. The bench beings two people together, allowing them to sit back while carrying on a conversation facing one another. The chairs are covered with fabrics that range from bold reds and daring blues and would best suit a lobby or waiting room area. The dynamic couches and stools aim to be slightly more domestic, providing a relaxing yet refreshing centerpiece in a modern home. The set can be mix and matched, achieving a bold yet cohesive interior. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Bold Patterns in Furniture Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating bold and refreshing furniture pieces that emphasize togetherness and conversation. - **Face-to-face Seating:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing seating arrangements that bring people together and encourage meaningful interaction. - **Mix-and-match Furniture Sets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing versatile furniture collections that allow for customization and personalization. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Reinventing furniture design to incorporate bold patterns and encourage social connections. - **Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing face-to-face seating options in hotel lobbies and waiting areas to enhance guest experiences. - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating mix-and-match furniture sets that provide both style and flexibility for modern homes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mochi-Inspired Seating Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mochiinspired-seating.md) - [Cross-Cultural Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kensaku-oshiro.md) - [Repetitive Curvaceous Seating Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colle-sofa.md) - [Joint Workspace Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myami-collection.md) - [Smart Bulbous Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buffo.md) - [Slitted Dynamic Stool Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/menow.md) - [Sculptural Living Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cromatica.md) - [Artful Dynamic Seating Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nook-sofa.md) - [Modular Italian Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-l.md)