Category
Tech
Desk Systems
Trend cluster
Category
Gamified
Decor
A playful spin on furnishings adds a sense of fun to stationary goods.
4.0
Trend score
Trend
What is the Gamified Decor trend?
Gamified Decor: Seeking more convenient methods of play, consumers are turning to furnishings that double as gaming systems. Providing sources of entertainment through convenient household goods, these decor pieces reflect a growing desire to maintain childhood experiences throughout adulthood.
Trend themes
Themes within the Gamified Decor trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Gamification
The trend of gamification is seen in furnishings that double as gaming systems, providing sources of entertainment through convenient household goods and reflecting a growing desire to maintain childhood experiences throughout adulthood.
02
Dual Purpose Furniture
This trend is reflected in furniture that brings underlying competition to otherwise mundane activities, such as foosball feasting furniture, hybrid pool tables, and ping pong conference tables.
03
Upcycling
This trend is seen in the repurposing of vintage pinball machines into desks that infuse youthful energy into the work environment.
Industry implications
What the Gamified Decor trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Furniture
The furniture industry can utilize these trends by creating dual-purpose furnishings that incorporate games, unique designs, and repurposed materials to offer playful and functional products.
For
Workplace Innovation
Incorporating play into the workplace can increase engagement and productivity. Business professionals can explore these trends to create innovative workspaces that incorporate elements of fun and play.
For
Entertainment
Businesses within the entertainment industry can consider incorporating these trends into their products, creating unique gaming experiences that integrate furnishings and provide fun for all ages.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Gamified Decor
Trend score 4.0 out of 10, from popularity 54%, activity 56%, freshness 8%.
Popularity54%
Activity56%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Gamified Decor trend
6 featured examples from Jan 9 to Sep 17, 2014CategoryLifestyle
Hybrid Pool Tables
These Muti-Purpose Pool Tables are the Latest From Fusion Tables
Furniture manufacturers can explore new product lines that combine functionality and design for a niche market of consumers looking for space-saving solutions.
CategoryLifestyle
Playful Conference Tables
The Ping Table Lets You Hold Meetings Over Games of Ping Pong
The office furniture industry can capitalize on the need for more creative and playful design elements in the workplace.
CategoryArt & Design
Foosball Feasting Furniture
The Kit Oval Dining Table Brings Underlying Competition to Supper
Furniture makers can explore integrating game features or technology into their designs to create entertaining and interactive pieces.
CategoryEco
Pinball Machine Desks
Artist Tim Sway Upcycles a Classic Arcade Console into a Piece of Furniture
The furniture industry can explore upcycling as a way to create innovative and sustainable products.
CategoryArt & Design
Ping Pong Conference Tables
'Ping Meets Pong' Acts as Both a Conference Table and a Game Piece
The furniture industry can explore innovative designs that combine functionality and entertainment, catering to the changing needs of modern work environments.
CategoryArt & Design
Artisan Game Board Furnishings
The Congo Quares Chess Board Bench is Inspired By The Strategy Game
Exploring innovative ways to transform traditional game boards into functional furniture pieces.
