# Shrine-Inspired Tabletops The 'Temple Table' by Hiroyuki Tanaka is a Calming Piece of Decor By Matt Ho | Published 2010-12-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-temple-table-by-hiroyuki-tanaka References: [pichaus](http://pichaus.com/design-wood-architects-hiroyuki-@55ef35e82bb8a49b8a895337f5f841c9/) & [furnishh](http://furnishh.com/temple-table-by-hiroyuki-tanaka-architects/2010/12/14) The 'Temple Table' by Hiroyuki Tanaka is a design influenced by the [temples and shrines in Japan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/j-kidman-architecture). The concept was to use the roof and pillars of a Japanese temple as a source of inspiration. In this case, the [top of the table](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangent-table) replicates temple roofs, with the legs as pillars for support. Tanaka's main inspiration behind the 'Temple Table' was to carry on the [heritage of Japanese architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torii) that has inspired many designers and architects today. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 - **Japanese-inspired Decor:** Creating home decor pieces inspired by Japanese culture and architecture can tap into a growing interest in Asian aesthetics among consumers. - **Cultural Heritage Repurposing:** Designers can create products that draw inspiration from traditional architecture and cultural heritage and then repurpose them for everyday use. - **Minimalist Furniture Design:** Using elements of temple architecture and design can produce sleek and minimalistic furniture that matches modern design trends. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture:** Furniture manufacturers can introduce products inspired by traditional architecture to attract customers looking for unique and culturally-inspired pieces. - **Home Decor:** Home decor companies can incorporate elements of traditional architecture into their products to appeal to customers interested in cultural aesthetics. - **Tourism:** Tourism companies can leverage cultural heritage and traditions to produce unique and authentic experiences for travelers visiting Japan or other Asian countries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Japanese Gates-Inspired Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torii-bench.md) - [Paper Lantern-Inspired Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-andon-table.md) - [Hybrid Aesthetic Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyobodo-fuoco.md) - [Architect-Inspired Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norm-architects1.md) - [Origami-Inspired Lit Table Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightup.md) - [Island-Inspired Wooden Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/island-table.md) - [Intersecting Two-Part Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaolin-side-table.md) - [Styrofoam Layered Stealthy Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vtna-table.md) - [Modular Flat-Pack Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flatpack-side-table.md)