# Communal Camper Multi-level sleepers provide a more social method of outdoor engagement. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Jul 30, 2014 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/communal-camper ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.9/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Communal Camper trend? **Communal Camper:** Enhancing social interaction, consumers turn to more intimate forms of outdoor camping. Providing tents and campers that allow for multiple user accessibility, these camping products reflect an uninhibited need for communal engagement. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Jul 24, 2014 to Feb 2, 2016 - Published: Jul 30, 2014 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Communal Camper trend ### Communal Camping As consumers seek more social forms of outdoor engagement, camping products are reflecting a need for communal interaction, leading to innovations like multi-level, modular honeycomb campers and connective modular tents. ### Modular and Stackable Tents Creating campsite compounds with modular and stackable tents provides new experiences for campers, leading to innovations like POD Tents and oversized compound tents. ### Innovative Tent Designs Innovative tent designs like domed station tents that sleep up to 20 people and collapsible car tents, like the Logos Decagon Link Station, provide disruptive alternatives to traditional tent designs for wilderness settings and long-term treks. ## What the Communal Camper trend means for industry ### For Outdoor Recreation Outdoor recreation manufacturers can focus on creating products that foster communal interaction and create new experiences for campers, like modular and stackable tents. ### For Hospitality Hospitality industries can adopt a 'glamping' approach and offer a range of unique experiences for customers with innovative tent designs that provide shelter and comfort in a sleek and portable manner. ### For Automotive and Transportation The Logos Decagon Link Station and other collapsible car tents provide a unique opportunity for transportation companies to innovate and cater to the needs of wildnerness trekkers looking for an all-in-one design solution. ## Trend signals for Communal Camper Trend score 5.9 out of 10, from popularity 82%, activity 88%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 82% - Activity: 88% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Communal Camper trend 4 featured examples from Jul 24, 2014 to Feb 2, 2016. - [Connective Modular Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pod-tent): The POD Tents Help Connect Tents to Form Camping Compounds (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Camping equipment manufacturers could capitalize on the trend of connective tents to create social camping experiences. - [Modular Honeycomb Campers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleeping-cell): These Stackable Sleeping Cells are Perfect for Festivals (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Modular sleeping solutions could be utilized by hotels and resorts to provide consumers with portable, comfortable, and modular rooms. - [Domed Station Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-home): The Mountain Hardwear Mobile Home Sleeps 20 People at Once (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Innovative tents cater to individuals seeking comfortable and portable shelter for outdoor adventures. - [Oversized Compound Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-tent): The Logos Decagon Link Station is a Car Tent with Modular Abilities (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The camping industry can capitalize on the trend for modular and customizable tents for a more personalized camping experience. ## 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)