# Effortless Ergonomics Posture-improving furniture caters a demand for increasing productivity. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Jan 28, 2014, updated Apr 9, 2014 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/effortless-ergonomics ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.9/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Effortless Ergonomics trend? **Effortless Ergonomics:** With this modern generation becoming easily distracted by media and technology, finding ways to increase productivity is key to working efficiently. Simple furnishings that offer straightforward techniques to improve posture and focus allow consumers to be more effective in their everyday tasks. Combining ergonomic qualities with simplistic features serves to appeal to a generation that prides itself on success through the most productive means. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 25 to Dec 18, 2013 - Published: Jan 28, 2014 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Effortless Ergonomics trend ### Posture-Improving Furniture Companies are creating furniture that improves posture and increases productivity, such as the Miior Designs mirror and the Turnstone Buoy stool. ### Exercise Office Equipment Technogym's Wellness Ball and Origin ergonomic task chair integrate exercise into the work day, offering a new way to sit while working and increasing overall wellness. ### Keyboard-Integrated Chairs The Origin ergonomic task chair includes a split keyboard in the arms of the chair, allowing for a hands-free, comfortable work posture. ## What the Effortless Ergonomics trend means for industry ### For Furniture Design There is an opportunity for furniture designers to create products that increase productivity and wellness at work, while also offering simple, sleek designs that appeal to modern consumers. ### For Office Equipment Companies can offer office equipment that integrates exercise and wellness into the work day, such as Technogym's Wellness Ball and Origin ergonomic task chair. ### For Workspace Design Professionals can create workspaces that prioritize wellness and productivity, with furniture and tools that support good posture and physical activity throughout the work day. ## Trend signals for Effortless Ergonomics Trend score 4.9 out of 10, from popularity 68%, activity 72%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 68% - Activity: 72% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Effortless Ergonomics trend 4 featured examples from Feb 25 to Dec 18, 2013. - [Posture-Improving Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miior-designs): Miior Designs Makes Makeup Application Much Simpler (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The home decor industry should focus on producing ergonomic products such as mirrors that complement the lives of consumers. - [Keyboard-Integrated Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ergonomic-task-chair): The Origin Ergonomic Task Chair Makes Typing Comfortable (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The furniture industry is embracing technological advancements to cater to the growing demand for ergonomic and innovative office solutions. - [Exercise Office Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-ergonomics): The Wellness Ball is a Masterclass in Office Ergonomics (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and produce ergonomic furniture solutions that prioritize health and well-being in the workplace. - [Posture-Improving Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turnstone-buoy): The Turnstone Buoy Strengthens the Core and Straightens Backs (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for furniture manufacturers to develop and market innovative ergonomic solutions like the Turnstone Buoy stool to meet the demand for active sitting. ## Recent trend clusters - [Serial Snacking](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/serial-snacking) (Lifestyle) - [Calm Monitoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/calm-monitoring) (Lifestyle) - [Performance Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/performance-powders) (Lifestyle) - [Task Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/task-beverages) (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) - [Rapid Concussion Screening Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infrared-eye-tracking) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)