# Fort-Like Couches This Versus Furniture Brick Sofa is Stacked with Brick-Stoned Cushions By Summer Luu | Published 2010-10-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versus-furniture-brick-sofa References: [curatedmag](http://www.curatedmag.com/news/2010/10/12/versus-furniture-brick-sofa/versus-brick-sofa-03-curatedmag/) & [versus.as](http://www.versus.as/designers.html) The Versus Furniture Brick Sofa features [stacked cushions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sander-series) designed to look like a brick stone shelter. Designed by KiBiSi, the Brick Sofa uses gray cushions to further its stony aesthetics. The design of this sofa adds a touch of cool to any bedroom, living room or living space. Check out the featured gallery to see this wicked Versus Furniture Brick Sofa for yourselves. **Implications** - Many everyday products are often forgotten about or paid little attention to because of the boundaries of its use. Companies would benefit from giving [commonly used items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulala-home-elitenest) additional uses. Companies that can expand the role of ordinary items will catch the attention of consumers who are constantly seeking out new experiences. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Versatile Cushions:** Companies can explore designing multi-use cushions to add value to everyday items. - **Creative Furniture Aesthetics:** There is potential for furniture designers to create unique designs that stand out aesthetically. - **Branded Living Spaces:** Brands can possibly expand their presence and becoming a part of consumers' living spaces through unique furniture designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture:** Furniture companies have an opportunity to create disruptive designs and expand the use of everyday items. - **Home Decor:** Home decor companies can explore creating decor pieces that double as functional furniture items. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing firms can explore strategies to help brands become a part of consumers' living spaces through unique furniture designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plush Sculptural Lounge Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rokko.md) - [Stacked Pebble-Like Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/figure-sofa-and-lounge-chair.md) - [Ultra-Relaxed Sofa Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-perron-pillo.md) - [Sandwich-Inspired Sofa Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-sofa.md) - [Ribbed-Cushioned Couches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/note-design.md) - [Built-In Storage Cozy Couches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cask-sofa.md) - [Curvaceous Modular Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blocks-modular-sofa.md) - [Flexible Landscape-Like Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airberg-sofa-collection.md) - [Repurposed Brick Public Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brick-public-furniture.md)