# Aqua Culture New aquariums are taking shape in residential and commercial design. By [Bianca](https://www.trendhunter.com/bianca), Brand & Innovation Strategist | Published Oct 7, 2008, updated Nov 19, 2009 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/aqua-culture-aquariums-are-sneaking-into-unique-new-places-for-both-residen ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.7/10 - Evidence articles: 11 ## 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. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 11 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 3 to Aug 14, 2008 - Published: Oct 7, 2008 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Nostalgia](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/nostalgia), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Aqua Culture trend ### Aquarium Innovation Aquariums are being designed and incorporated into various spaces in unique and unconventional ways. ### Natural Design Consumers are looking for alternate, more natural, design solutions, bringing the outside indoors. ### Domestic Farming The concept of locally sourced food is continuing to grow, with individuals looking to produce their own food at home. ## What the Aqua Culture trend means for industry ### For 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 for Aqua Culture Trend score 5.7 out of 10, from popularity 77%, activity 85%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 77% - Activity: 85% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Aqua Culture trend 11 featured examples from Feb 3 to Aug 14, 2008. - [Urban Aquarium](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-aquarium-fish-tank-phone-booth): Fish Tank Phone Booth (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The use of innovative design concepts and materials in public art installations to create unique and memorable experiences for consumers. - [Dance Floor Aquariums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-qua-bottle-lounge-austin): Sharks Swim Under Qua Bottle Lounge (Category: World) Implication: Nightclubs and lounges can incorporate daring and out-of-the-box experiences to attract customers and differentiate themselves in a competitive market. - [Multi-Room Fish Tanks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/round-aquarium-from-octopus-studios): The Silverfish Aquarium from Octopus Studios (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The unique design of the Silverfish Aquarium presents an opportunity for aquarium manufacturers to create and market innovative and visually appealing fish tanks. - [Avian Aquariums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/when-traditional-pet-maintenance-becomes-mundane-fish-bird-tanks): Fish Bird Tanks (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies in the pet accessories industry to develop and market enclosed fish cages for aquariums. - [Bathtub Aquariums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathtub-aquarium-even-moody-acquario): Even Moody Acquario (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for bathroom fixture manufacturers to create bathtub designs that incorporate aquariums, appealing to consumers seeking unique and immersive bathing experiences. - [Aquarium Desk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milk-ialtar-mac-desk): Milk iAltar (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The furniture manufacturing industry can explore opportunities to create integrated aquarium desks with customizable features for modern workplaces. - [Aquarium Desks 2](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquarium-desk-azoo-eco-desk): AZOO Eco-Desk (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Potential for furniture manufacturers to create aquarium desks as a unique and desirable product offering. - [Combination Pet Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/combination-pet-homes-duplex-aquarium-cage): Duplex Aquarium/Cage (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: 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… - [Refrigerator-Aquariums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-refrigerator-aquarium-to-grow-fish-and-vegetables-at-home-mathieu-lehanne): Local River Grows Fish and Vegetables (Category: Eco) Implication: Integrating aquaponic systems into refrigerators, ovens, and other home appliances to create more value-added products. - [World's Largest Cylindrical Aquarium with Built-in Elevator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-aquadom): The Aquadom (Category: Tech) Implication: The hospitality industry can benefit from incorporating cylindrical aquariums with built-in elevators as a luxurious and unique attraction for guests. - [Modern Fish Condos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-fish-condos-house-within-a-house-aquarium): House Within a House Aquarium (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Manufacturers can focus on producing high-end, modern fish tanks to meet the demand for luxury aquariums. ## Recent trend clusters - 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