Category
Tech
Delegated Interfaces
Trend cluster
Category
Attainable
Design
Art and design-related tools are becoming increasingly accessible.
4.4
Trend score
Trend
What is the Attainable Design trend?
Attainable Design: While high-tech tools like 3D printing devices and laser-engravers were once left to experts, these products are now being made accessible in smaller and simpler forms for personal use. These tools are giving artists and designers more flexibility in what they are capable of creating in their own homes and studios. This increased autonomy in the realms of art, design, and innovation works to give small brands and individuals a chance to enter markets that large brands tend to monopolize due to their vast resources.
Trend themes
Themes within the Attainable Design trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Accessible High-Tech Tools
Smaller, simpler forms of tools like 3D printing and laser-engraving are giving small brands and individuals the chance to enter markets that large brands monopolize.
02
User-Friendly 3D Printers
The emergence of affordable, easy-to-use 3D printers satisfies the growing need for smart solutions that offer impressive results without the confusing elements previously associated.
03
Mixed Reality Tools
The blurring of boundaries between the tangible and virtual objects optimized for human ergonomics and imagination combined.
Industry implications
What the Attainable Design trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Design and Innovation
The attainability of high-tech, user-friendly tools allows for more creativity and flexibility in the realms of art and design.
For
3D Printing
Both newcomers and experienced makers can benefit from the affordability and versatility of 3D printing technology.
For
Augmented Reality
As augmented reality technology advances, businesses can incorporate mixed reality tools to bridge the gap between physical and virtual objects.
Workshop question
How can your company support smaller initiatives to offer more authentic and outside-the-box products or services?
Trend signals
Trend signals for Attainable Design
Trend score 4.4 out of 10, from popularity 73%, activity 52%, freshness 8%.
Popularity73%
Activity52%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Attainable Design trend
7 featured examples from Jan 5 to Aug 29, 2017CategoryTech
Compact Laser Engraving Devices
The Cubiio is a Compact, At-Home Laser Engraver
The Cubiio opens up opportunities for 3D printing enthusiasts to enhance their projects with laser engraving.
CategoryTech
Family-Friendly 3D Printers
The 'Makness' Home 3D Printer is Usable by the Whole Family
The 3D printing industry can benefit from incorporating more family-friendly features in their machines, in order to appeal to a wider market and drive further growth.
CategoryTech
Augmented Reality Implements
These Mixed Reality Tools Draw the Gap Between Physical and Virtual
The art and design industry can benefit greatly from mixed reality tools as they provide new and innovative ways to create and interact with art.
CategoryTech
Child-Safe 3D Printer Pens
The 'AOD Mini Zebra' 3D Printing Pens Teach Kids About the Technology
The child-friendly 3D printing pen presents an opportunity for educators to teach technology and creativity skills in a hands-on, engaging way.
CategoryArt & Design
Crowdfunded Printing Pens
Polaroid is Launching Its New 'Design 3D Pen' on Indiegogo
This industry can benefit from creating more advanced 3D printing accessories such as advanced 3D drawing pens.
CategoryTech
Digital Design Computer Units
The HP Sprout Pro G2 is an All-in-One Computer Unveiling at CES 2017
The HP Sprout Pro G2 introduces innovative features that enhance digital design workflows.
CategoryArt & Design
Affordable Desktop 3D Printers
The 'Indie' Precision 3D Printer is Reliable and Versatile
The 3D printing industry can explore the opportunity of catering to the demand of affordable, versatile and high-precision 3D printers, with WiFi connectivity and enclosed design.
