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Cute Coffee Table Seating

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Emma Chair by Kieser Spath Combines Cozy Seat and Surface

— June 9, 2011 — Art & Design
It's often useless to present a seat with nowhere to set a drink, and likewise, the offering of a surface is of little help when there's nothing on which to sit. The Emma Chair by Kieser Spath, however, embodies both table and chair in one petite package.

The piece is essentially the merging of two different components as well, rather than one cohesive hybrid. The wooden coffee table alone looks much like a bench or an elongated stool, while the soft sitting constituent is a cushioned L-shaped seat. Place off-center, the perch provides more of an exposed surface to permit the placement of books, drinking glasses, or even a lamp. The Emma Chair by Kieser Spath would be a delightful addition to your domestic space, however I'd really love to see these clustered within public waiting rooms.
Trend Themes
1. Multifunctional Furniture - The merging of two different components in the Emma Chair presents an opportunity for creating more multifunctional furniture pieces.
2. Space-saving Solutions - The compact design of the Emma Chair opens up possibilities for creating space-saving furniture solutions in small living areas.
3. Integration of Comfort and Functionality - The combination of a cushioned seat and a table surface in the Emma Chair showcases the potential for integrating comfort and functionality in furniture designs.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - The concept of the Emma Chair offers opportunities for innovation in the furniture manufacturing industry by creating unique and practical furniture designs.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers can explore the use of multifunctional furniture like the Emma Chair to optimize space and enhance the aesthetic appeal of their designs.
3. Hospitality - The Emma Chair's compact and versatile design makes it a potential disruptive innovation in the hospitality industry, offering comfortable seating options with functional surfaces for guests.
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