Category
Lifestyle
Assisted Choices
Trend cluster
Category
Aqua
Culture
New aquariums are taking shape in residential and commercial design.
5.7
Trend score
Trend
What is the Aqua Culture trend?
Aqua Culture: Aqua culture has gone from simple goldfish bowls to highly sophisticated and unique aquariums. Commercial spaces are taking advantage of fish fascination by making them a focal point in their establishments. Consumers are looking for alternate, more natural, design innovations.
Trend themes
Themes within the Aqua Culture trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Aquarium Innovation
Aquariums are being designed and incorporated into various spaces in unique and unconventional ways.
02
Natural Design
Consumers are looking for alternate, more natural, design solutions, bringing the outside indoors.
03
Domestic Farming
The concept of locally sourced food is continuing to grow, with individuals looking to produce their own food at home.
Industry implications
What the Aqua Culture trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Interior Design
Aquariums are being incorporated into unique spaces and designs, opening up new opportunities for the interior design industry.
For
Tourism
Unique aquarium installations are attracting tourists and making for great photo opportunities, providing potential for tourism and hospitality industries.
For
Food Industry
The trend of domestic farming and locally sourced food has disruptive innovation opportunities for the food industry, who could offer new products and services to meet this demand.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Aqua Culture
Trend score 5.7 out of 10, from popularity 77%, activity 85%, freshness 8%.
Popularity77%
Activity85%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Aqua Culture trend
11 featured examples from Feb 3 to Aug 14, 2008CategoryArt & Design
Urban Aquarium
Fish Tank Phone Booth
The use of innovative design concepts and materials in public art installations to create unique and memorable experiences for consumers.
CategoryWorld
Dance Floor Aquariums
Sharks Swim Under Qua Bottle Lounge
Nightclubs and lounges can incorporate daring and out-of-the-box experiences to attract customers and differentiate themselves in a competitive market.
CategoryLifestyle
Multi-Room Fish Tanks
The Silverfish Aquarium from Octopus Studios
The unique design of the Silverfish Aquarium presents an opportunity for aquarium manufacturers to create and market innovative and visually appealing fish tanks.
CategoryLifestyle
Avian Aquariums
Fish Bird Tanks
Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies in the pet accessories industry to develop and market enclosed fish cages for aquariums.
CategoryArt & Design
Bathtub Aquariums
Even Moody Acquario
Opportunity for bathroom fixture manufacturers to create bathtub designs that incorporate aquariums, appealing to consumers seeking unique and immersive bathing experiences.
CategoryArt & Design
Aquarium Desk
Milk iAltar
The furniture manufacturing industry can explore opportunities to create integrated aquarium desks with customizable features for modern workplaces.
CategoryArt & Design
Aquarium Desks 2
AZOO Eco-Desk
Potential for furniture manufacturers to create aquarium desks as a unique and desirable product offering.
CategoryLifestyle
Combination Pet Homes
Duplex Aquarium/Cage
Pet supply retailers can take advantage of the trend of innovative pet housing designs by stocking and promoting furniture and accessories that can accommodate multiple types of p…
CategoryEco
Refrigerator-Aquariums
Local River Grows Fish and Vegetables
Integrating aquaponic systems into refrigerators, ovens, and other home appliances to create more value-added products.
CategoryTech
World's Largest Cylindrical Aquarium with Built-in Elevator
The Aquadom
The hospitality industry can benefit from incorporating cylindrical aquariums with built-in elevators as a luxurious and unique attraction for guests.
CategoryArt & Design
Modern Fish Condos
House Within a House Aquarium
Manufacturers can focus on producing high-end, modern fish tanks to meet the demand for luxury aquariums.
