# Fairytale Sofas 'We are Family' Sofa Channels the Princess and the Pea By Meghan Young | Published 2009-09-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/we-are-family-sofa References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/7530/ole-jensen-claus-molgaard-we-are-family-sofa.html) & [molgard](http://www.molgard.com/) I've always wanted to perform the Princess Test on myself, and with Ole Jensen and Claus Molgaard’s ‘We Are Family’ sofa, I can finally do it. Okay, so what if that’s not the purpose of this [communal resting haven](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eclipse-capsule)? Just give me the [pile of mattresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillo-sofa) and a pea, and I’m all set to go. Aside from mashing peas under the weight of six mattresses, pillows, blankets and a human body, the ‘We Are Family’ sofa is ideal for [family rooms, dorms, play areas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulala-home-elitenest), and more. Made from unrefined bamboo and cotton, and available in two colors (the green is perfect for my needs!), it is sure to fit in with any decor. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Princess Test Sofa:** Opportunity for a disruptive innovation in the furniture industry by creating a sofa that incorporates the elements of the Princess Test. - **Communal Resting Haven:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the hospitality industry by designing communal resting spaces that provide comfort and flexibility for users. - **Eco-friendly Furniture:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the home decor industry by developing eco-friendly furniture using sustainable materials like unrefined bamboo and cotton. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the furniture industry by designing sofas and seating solutions that cater to specific needs and preferences. - **Hospitality:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the hospitality industry by creating communal spaces that support relaxation and social interaction. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the home decor industry by producing furniture and accessories that are both stylish and eco-friendly. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Relaxed Sofa Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-perron-pillo.md) - [Plush Oversized Sectionals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/albany-park-kova-pit-sofa.md) - [Comforting Adaptable Sofa Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-bird-reincarnation-3way-sofa-bed.md) - [Family-Friendly Modular Couches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubik-v-cloud-modular-couch.md) - [Colorful Foam-Based Furniture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/family-collection.md) - [Playful Modular Kids Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twiny-sofa-system.md) - [Transforming Imaginative Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiddie-couch.md) - [Compact Pillowy Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sander-series.md) - [Enveloping Sofa Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perron-pillo.md)