# Upcycled Skateboard Seats These Unique Stools are Made with Padded Skateboards By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-08-24 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-stools References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2015/8/made-by-seven-reuse-x-pendleton-skate-deck-stools) & [origami.co](http://origami.co/p/5379a4c57dfafc270d000219) The MADE BY SEVEN teamed up with Pendleton to create these unique stools that feature [skateboard decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-psychedelia) as seats. The seats present a fresh take on a common pastime traditionally enjoyed by male youth. However, these unique stools appeal to a much broader demographic. The use of [playful colors and patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edition-two) can still appeal to the youthful generation, but the aesthetic value can also speak to an older crowd as well. The elegant shape provides a [unique seating structure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metal-stool-1) that is supported by four V-shaped legs. The steel legs are extremely durable and provide a sturdy structure for any user. Each seat is cushioned with a two millimeter urethane material. The seats are available in four different patterns, which includes a multi-colored psychedelic skull print. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Furniture:** Creating furniture from upcycled materials such as skateboard decks presents an opportunity for sustainable innovation in the furniture industry. - **Cross-generational Design:** Designing products with multi-generational appeal, such as these stools, can disrupt the traditional market segmentation within the furniture industry. - **Playful Aesthetics:** Implementing playful colors and patterns in furniture design can introduce a fresh and unique aesthetic that appeals to a wide range of consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Manufacturing:** The furniture manufacturing industry can explore opportunities to incorporate upcycled materials and sustainable practices in their production processes. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can leverage cross-generational design concepts to create spaces that appeal to a diverse range of clients. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Outdoor recreation companies can collaborate with furniture designers to create innovative seating solutions that cater to both functional and aesthetic needs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Colorful Sustainable Recycled Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stump-recycled.md) - [Recycled Paper Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-plod-stool.md) - [Waste-Incorporated Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-chairs.md) - [Lounge Chair-Inspired Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eames-lounge-cruiser.md) - [Stone-Like Styrofoam Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinold-styrofoam-stools.md) - [Discarded Shoe-Created Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wu-series.md) - [Recycled Material Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lander-skateboard.md) - [Olive Pit-Constructed Kids Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nontalo.md) - [Sculptural Monochromatic Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monochromatic-stool.md)