# Umbrella-Backed Seats The Uncompleted Chair Offers More than a Back Rest By Meghan Young | Published 2010-05-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uncompleted-chair References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/05/07/forget-the-chair-back/) I've always thought that the [back of a chair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atypical-chair) was made for the lazy, and the Uncompleted Chair shows that it can be utilized for something more useful than simply a backrest. Designed by Chia-Wei, Lin and Jui-Lu, Shih, the Uncompleted Chair features slots that allow you to [store umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aghsan) or anything else similarly shaped. I'm particularly drawn to the twig-like extension that acts like a hook for purses and such. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Multi-functional Furniture:** Furniture designs that incorporate additional functions and storage spaces provide a convenient and space-saving solution for consumers. - **Eco-friendly Furniture:** Furniture designs that incorporate environmentally sustainable materials and practices offer a unique selling point for brands looking to attract eco-conscious consumers. - **Innovative Storage Solutions:** Designers who create furniture with creative and practical storage solutions are tapping into a growing demand for decluttered living spaces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Furniture manufacturers can leverage the trend for multi-functional and eco-friendly furniture to stand out in a crowded market. - **Home Decor:** Companies specializing in home decor can benefit from consumers seeking innovative storage solutions to maximize their living spaces. - **Outdoor Equipment:** Incorporating innovative storage solutions into outdoor equipment could attract consumers looking for practical, space-saving features in their camping or hiking gear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Storage-Equipped Restaurant Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rack-chair.md) - [Storage-Attached Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grid-chair.md) - [Antitheft Storage Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afford-chair.md) - [Hollow Multipurpose Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tailor-armchair.md) - [Storage-Friendly Origami Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-kerf.md) - [Chic Single-Piece Plywood Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/void-lounge-chair.md) - [Dual-Purpose Camping Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-a.md) - [Transforming Umbrella Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-1.md) - [Wall-Mounted Umbrella Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/umbrella-1.md)