# Dome Safety Brands are implementing dome-shaped designs to address safety concerns amid COVID-19. By [Grace Mahas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Grace.Mahas), VP of Content & Insights | Published Jun 16, 2020 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/dome-safety ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.6/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Dome Safety trend? **Dome Safety:** In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, social distancing has become a necessity to slow the spread of the virus. As a result, brands are implementing clear geodesic domes to provide services to consumers, including using the design for live concerts, outdoor dining experiences, and hot yoga classes. ## The consumer insight behind the Dome Safety trend As economies slowly begin to reopen, many consumers are wary of interacting with the community for fear of the virus. These consumers are looking for ways to return to a new sense of normal and begin resuming their previous activities, in a safe and protected manner. As a result, they are turning to brands that allow for public interactions that comply with safety regulations. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 31 to Jun 17, 2020 - Published: Jun 16, 2020 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Many to Many](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/many-to-many) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Dome Safety trend ### Geodesic Dome Designs for Safety Clear geodesic domes are being implemented in various industries to provide safe services to consumers amid the COVID-19 pandemic. ### Bio-Containment Solutions for COVID-19 Innovations like the SheltAir offer a solution for isolating COVID-19 patients with a portable and customizable bio-containment gridshell pod. ### Bubble Events and Concerts Socially distant bubble experiences are becoming increasingly popular for businesses hosting events and concerts while minimizing possible COVID-19 exposure risks. ## What the Dome Safety trend means for industry ### For Hospitality Hotels and restaurants implement geodesic domes to offer a COVID-safe outdoor dining experience. ### For Entertainment Bubble events and concerts offer a safe alternative to traditional in-person entertainment experiences. ### For Healthcare Bio-containment solutions like the SheltAir offer hospitals a safer environment for doctors and visitors by minimizing possible exposure to COVID-19. ## Workshop question How can your brand re-imagine its services to prioritize safety? ## Trend signals for Dome Safety Trend score 5.6 out of 10, from popularity 85%, activity 75%, freshness 9%. - Popularity: 85% - Activity: 75% - Freshness: 9% ## Examples of the Dome Safety trend 4 featured examples from Mar 31 to Jun 17, 2020. - [Geodesic Domes Hotel Patios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/westin-bayshore): Westin Bayshore Launched Geodesic Domes for Its Patio Guests (Category: Business) Implication: Hotels, resorts, and other hospitality businesses can explore the implementation of geodesic dome structures to provide unique and safe outdoor dining experiences for their guests. - [Bio-Containing Gridshell Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sheltair): Gregory Quinn Boasts the SheltAir as a Solution to Isolate Patients (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The healthcare industry can implement bio-containing gridshell pods to enhance patient care, increase hospital readiness, and reduce the transmission of contagious diseases in pub… - [Yoga-in-a-Dome Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imnts): Imnts Debuted New Social Distancing-Friendly Outdoor Yoga Events (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology and virtual platforms to deliver interactive fitness classes and personalized workouts remotely. - [Dome-Protection Concerts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-late-show): The Flaming Lips Play Live on The Late Show While Wearing Plastic Domes (Category: Pop Culture) Implication: Opportunities in creating enclosed events or structures to promote social distancing and safety. ## Recent trend clusters - [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) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)