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Tree Trunk Stools

The Wood Drop 14 Stool Finds Beauty in the Flawed

— October 2, 2009 — Eco
Before the days of manmade luxuries, humans relied on natural settings for necessities such as shelter, so when you think about it, Skram’s Wood Drop 14 Stool doesn’t seem such a far-fetched concept. Beauty in nature is never-ending, even with its ‘flaws,’ and Skram’s lead designer and owner, Jacob Marks, agrees.

Sifting through reclaimed or harvested wood, Marks looked for wood with character (read: cracks). According to CoolHunting.com, “he felt they broke up the visual heft of the wood, he played on their organic design for an even more powerful piece than had been irregularities-free.” The Wood Drop 14 Stool is definitely a powerful piece and will enliven any home decor.
Trend Themes
1. Natural Materials - Embracing the imperfect beauty of natural materials like reclaimed wood opens up opportunities for unique and visually appealing designs.
2. Organic Design - Incorporating organic design elements, such as embracing cracks and irregularities, can create more powerful and visually striking products.
3. Sustainability - Using reclaimed or harvested wood helps promote sustainability by reducing the need for new materials and minimizing waste.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture - The furniture industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating natural materials and organic design into their product lines.
2. Home Decor - Home decor companies can take advantage of the trend towards using sustainable and visually interesting materials to create unique and eye-catching products.
3. Interior Design - The interior design industry can incorporate the trend of using natural and imperfect materials to create one-of-a-kind spaces that are visually appealing and environmentally friendly.
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