Graft Architects' Phantom Table May Make People Uneasy
Meghan Young — October 16, 2011 — Art & Design
References: graftlab.org & mymodernmet
The Phantom Table is made for those few individuals who take Halloween extremely seriously and also appreciate an eerie element in their homes. As the name suggests, the Phantom Table has a ghostly quality that will surely lend the perfect haunted vibe for any setting this Halloween season.
Created by German architectural studio Graft Architects, the Phantom Table appears to be a floating tablecloth bereft of an actual solid piece of furniture underneath. The design is also made out of carbon fiber and plastic, making this table extremely lightweight.
Surreal and ethereal, the Phantom Table would be the perfect centerpiece for any residence. Visually striking, it will have visitors humming and hawing until they finally feel the delicate design.
Created by German architectural studio Graft Architects, the Phantom Table appears to be a floating tablecloth bereft of an actual solid piece of furniture underneath. The design is also made out of carbon fiber and plastic, making this table extremely lightweight.
Surreal and ethereal, the Phantom Table would be the perfect centerpiece for any residence. Visually striking, it will have visitors humming and hawing until they finally feel the delicate design.
Trend Themes
1. Ghostly Furniture - The trend of incorporating ghostly elements into furniture designs, creating an eerie and haunted aesthetic.
2. Lightweight Materials - The trend of using carbon fiber and plastic to create lightweight furniture pieces, allowing for easy mobility and versatility.
3. Visually Striking Centerpieces - The trend of using unique and visually captivating furniture pieces as centerpieces to enhance the overall aesthetic of a space.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - The interior design industry can explore the incorporation of ghostly elements into furniture designs to offer customers a unique and hauntingly beautiful home decor.
2. Materials Manufacturing - The materials manufacturing industry can focus on developing lightweight materials like carbon fiber and plastic for furniture production, catering to the demand for stylish and easily transportable designs.
3. Event Planning and Decor - The event planning and decor industry can embrace visually striking centerpieces like the Phantom Table to create memorable and visually stunning settings for various occasions.
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