Category
Art & Design
Oven Aesthetics
Trend cluster
Category
Excess
Comfort
Ease and accessibility are taken a step further by furnishings that minimize effort.
4.1
Trend score
Trend
What is the Excess Comfort trend?
Excess Comfort: Reflecting a generation fixated on comfort, products that minimize physicality helps make everyday routine more satisfying. Making experiences like eating in front of the TV more convenient, attachable tables and wraparound shelves add ease to the user experience, blending comforts of home with a developing desire to make even the most minuscule activity more adaptable to personal needs.
Trend themes
Themes within the Excess Comfort trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Home Comfort
Minimizing physicality helps make everyday routines more satisfying as people seek to feel more comfortable and relaxed in their homes.
02
Multipurpose Furniture
Furniture that can serve multiple functions and is adaptable to personal needs is becoming more popular in smaller spaces or for those who don't want to clutter their homes.
03
Ergonomic Design
Designs that take into account the human body's ability to pivot, reach for objects laterally and keep the elbow rested are becoming more popular, particularly for those working or studying from home.
Industry implications
What the Excess Comfort trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Furniture
As people spend more time at home, the demand for comfortable and adaptable furniture continues to rise, providing opportunities for companies to disrupt traditional furniture design.
For
Interior Design
With a growing desire for cozy and comforting atmospheres in the home, interior designers have the potential to create unique and creative spaces that reflect these trends.
For
Home Technology
As homes become more multi-functional and people seek convenience, there is growing potential for companies in the home technology space to create innovative and practical solutions.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Excess Comfort
Trend score 4.1 out of 10, from popularity 47%, activity 67%, freshness 8%.
Popularity47%
Activity67%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Excess Comfort trend
6 featured examples from Jan 22, 2013 to Jun 30, 2014CategoryArt & Design
Bed-Desk Hybrids
The BLESS Workbed by Mira Schroder is Great for Small Spaces
Industry players can develop new product lines that cater to the growing demand for multifunctional and space-saving furniture
CategoryArt & Design
Table Top Tablets
This Coffee Table Touchscreen is a Durable Surface and Giant Computer in One
Incorporating technology into furniture to create smart, interactive pieces that enhance the user experience.
CategorySpecial
Wraparound Sofa Shelves
This Couch Arm Table Makes Laptop and Glass Balancing Less Difficult
The furniture industry can leverage these trends to create new product lines that cater to consumers looking for more functionality in their furniture.
CategoryArt & Design
Bendable Wooden Couch Tables
This Tabletop Adds a Flat Surface to Any Couch
Opportunities for furniture manufacturers to integrate flexible and space-saving designs into their product lines.
CategoryArt & Design
Contemporary Hybrid Couches
The Spoke Back Sofa Brings Quirky Antique Tastes to a Modern Market
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate retro-inspired designs and transformative features into furniture production, capturing a niche market of consumers seeking unique a…
CategoryArt & Design
Swiveling Wing Workstations
Siri Desk Surrounds You with Adjustable Surfaces for a Dynamic Setup
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating ergonomic and modular design principles into furniture manufacturing processes.
