# Orb-Shaped Seating The Thomas Mills Long Form Library Will Rock You Gently By Amanda Chang | Published 2010-11-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thomas-mills References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/thomas-mills-bookcase-###-chair-is-a-delight-for-serious-readers/) & [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/11/18/this-seats-a-circle-library/) Serious readers and book fanatics need a private area to get away from their busy lives and escape into a fantasy world; the Thomas Mills Long Form Library is just the ticket. With its [circular design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chunk-doughnut-chair), this kickass chair will [rock you gently back and forth](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espattio-platero-rocking-table) as you read, At 246 cm tall, the Thomas Mills Long Form Library is made completely of hand-cut plywood and comes with a [personal library space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/library-tiny-house) for your many marvellous reads. This scintillating seating also comes with cushioned seats and reading lights. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Circular Seating:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize public waiting areas by introducing circular seating designs that provide gentle movement and enhanced comfort while waiting. - **Private Library Spaces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create personalized reading spaces in public places, like libraries or co-working spaces, that offer privacy and comfort for book enthusiasts. - **Hand-cut Plywood Furniture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable and customizable furniture options by utilizing hand-cut plywood, providing both aesthetic appeal and reduced environmental impact. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the integration of unconventional materials and ergonomic designs to create furniture that enhances comfort and fits modern lifestyle needs. - **Public Spaces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Redesign public spaces, such as waiting areas and libraries, to prioritize user comfort and enjoyment through innovative seating arrangements and private reading nooks. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate unique and functional furniture designs, like orb-shaped seating, into interior design projects to create visually appealing and experiential spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Relaxed Anti-Distraction Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fortune-chair.md) - [Architectural Library Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reading-nooks.md) - [Industrial Light-Equipped Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidden-light-chair.md) - [Cocoon Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-introvert-chair.md) - [Modern Seating Centerpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-chair.md) - [Wellbeing-Harnessing Fan-Like Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shanti-chair.md) - [Modernized Rocking Chair Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nodding-chair.md) - [Cozy Oversized Cushion Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perron-pillo-lounge-chair.md) - [Contemporary Rocking Pouffe Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platero.md)