# Atmospheric Design Designers promote air health awareness with specialty products. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published May 7, 2015 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/atmospheric-design ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.3/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Atmospheric Design trend? **Atmospheric Design:** Air pollution is a severe problem in China that, if left unchecked, will have dire consequences on health and the economy. Many designers from China and beyond have taken the growing pollution problem as a challenge, integrating air filtration measures into fashion and lifestyle products. Whether these products have a practical or creative function, they keep air pollution a top-of-mind concern for China's citizens, and suggest that people can take personal approaches to wider-scale societal issues. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Dec 17, 2014 to Apr 4, 2015 - Published: May 7, 2015 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Themes within the Atmospheric Design trend ### Air Filtration Products Designers are integrating air filtration measures into fashion and lifestyle products for environmental and health concerns. ### Inexpensive Pollution Solutions The development of affordable and effective air filtration systems and products for facemasks, industrial filtration systems, and household air materials. ### Asian Pollution Protection Developing personal protective equipment and air purification systems in response to the pollution in Asian cities. ## What the Atmospheric Design trend means for industry ### For Fashion Industry Designers are creating fashionable air filtration products, including face masks and sportswear. ### For Air Filtration Industry The growth of next-generation air purifiers and cost-effective, energy-efficient air filtration systems for household and industrial use. ### For Health & Wellness Industry The creation of personal air filtration products and solutions for environmental and health concerns, with a focus on protecting individuals from pollution. ## Workshop question What fringe trends are on the rise in your industry and how can you be on the cutting edge by adapting to them? ## Trend signals for Atmospheric Design Trend score 3.3 out of 10, from popularity 51%, activity 39%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 51% - Activity: 39% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Atmospheric Design trend 5 featured examples from Dec 17, 2014 to Apr 4, 2015. - [Air Filtration Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-mask-designs): Qiadan Yin Peng's Runway Collection Showcases Face Mask Designs (Category: Eco) Implication: There is opportunity for fashion industry to incorporate wearable air filtration systems, personal health accessories, and fashionable face masks. - [Pollution Protection Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mask-jacket): This Face Mask Jacket Conceals a Breathable Barrier in the Collar (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Incorporate protective and functional elements into fashion items, such as garments with built-in pollution protection masks. - [Next-Generation Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pure-cool): The Pure Cool Air Filter is Designed to Capture Ultrafine Particles (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The Pure Cool Air Filter offers a new product experience for customers in the Home Appliance Industry. - [Frugal Air Filters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pollution-air-filter): This Pollution Air Filter Gets Rid of 99% of Harmful Pollution Particles (Category: Tech) Implication: The healthcare industry can capitalize on inexpensive pollution air filters by integrating them into protective facemasks for improved respiratory protection against harmful parti… - [Air Pollution Ales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Airpocalypse): Jing-A-Brewing's Airpocalypse is Priced According to China's Air Quality (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Opportunity for marketing and advertising agencies to help brands incorporate dark humor into their campaigns and create unique brand experiences. ## Recent trend clusters - [Oven Aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/decorative-casserole-dishes) (Art & Design) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Park-Model Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-model-tiny-homes) - [Handmade Craft Tradeshow Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ny-now-handmade-division) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)