# Convertible Bookshelf Tables The 'Urbana Incredible' Table Increases Efficiency in Small Spaces By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-01-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbana-incredible References: [theawesomer](https://theawesomer.com/urbana-convertible-dining-table/464181/) & [wayfair](https://www.wayfair.com/furniture/pdp/trent-austin-design-urbana-incredible-convertible-dining-table-tadn9475.html) The 'Urbana Incredible' table has been created by Trend Austin Design as a modern piece of furniture that will provide you with a dual-purpose unit that can be incorporated into any living space. Looking like a traditional bookshelf at first glance, the unit transforms into a [dining table](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnolia-extendable-dining-table) by simply loosening the incorporated side screws and shifting the design downward. This creates an expansive space for dining or even as a workstation to increase the overall efficiency of your space without needing to purchase multiple furniture pieces. The 'Urbana Incredible' table identifies the need for more [convertible furniture designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expand-furniture) to accommodate the rising number of consumers living in [smaller spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twoinone-billy-model) and requiring solutions that serve multiple purposes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Convertible Furniture Designs:** The rise of consumers living in smaller spaces creates an opportunity for more convertible furniture designs that serve multiple purposes. - **Efficiency in Small Spaces:** As more people live in smaller spaces, there is a growing demand for furniture that maximizes efficiency and utilizes dual-purpose functionality. - **Space-saving Solutions:** The need for space-saving solutions in small living spaces opens up opportunities for innovative furniture designs like the 'Urbana Incredible' table. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Design:** The furniture design industry can capitalize on the growing demand for convertible furniture that meets the needs of consumers living in small spaces. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can leverage the trend of convertible furniture designs to create functional and stylish living spaces in small apartments or homes. - **Home Improvement Retail:** Home improvement retailers can tap into the demand for space-saving solutions by offering a variety of convertible furniture options for customers seeking efficient living solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multifuntional Modular Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-transformer-table.md) - [Industrial Shapeshifting Table Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jointable.md) - [Bookshelf-Incorporated Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overlap-table.md) - [Reversable Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse.md) - [Dual-Position Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furniture-design-concept.md) - [Compact Functional Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookmarker-table.md) - [Bookcase-Equipped Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/low-wall-side-table.md) - [Adaptive Furniture Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expand-furniture.md) - [Compact Outdoor Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-1.md)