# Futuristic Divide Industrial designers turn to interactive methods to organize space. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Jun 11, 2015 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/futuristic-divide ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.8/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Futuristic Divide trend? **Futuristic Divide:** Room dividers and partitions have the very practical function of separating space; however, industrial designers have been rethinking this traditional furniture piece in order to reflect a more futuristic aesthetic. By pursuing distinct designs and interactive elements, designers are attempting to not only organize public space, but use it in a way that is more engaging and dynamic. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 16, 2016 to Jan 13, 2018 - Published: Jun 11, 2015 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Instant Entrepreneurship](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/instant-entrepreneurship), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Futuristic Divide trend ### Interactive Room Dividers Designers are pursuing distinct designs and interactive elements in room divider furniture pieces, reflecting a more futuristic aesthetic and establishing engaging and dynamic public space. ### Flexible Partitions Designers are creating customizable and adaptable room partitions that can serve multiple purposes, facilitating privacy without obstructing the overall use of open-concept living spaces. ### Organizational Systems Designers are implementing clever ways to eliminate clutter and chaos in small living spaces through stylish, zippered organizational room dividers and adaptable shelving systems. ## What the Futuristic Divide trend means for industry ### For Furniture Design The trend towards interactive and flexible room dividers, as well as the utilization of adaptable shelving systems, offer opportunities to disrupt traditional furniture design and improve the functionality of small living spaces. ### For Interior Design Interactive room dividers and adaptable shelving systems are key elements that interior designers can incorporate into their open-concept living space designs to add more privacy and organization while maintaining the aesthetic appeal. ### For Social Welfare Flexible partitions and customizable room dividers can serve as a solution to the privacy and personal space issues found in crowded shelters, temporary housing, and cohabitation situations, improving the quality of life for those who need it the most. ## Workshop question How can your brand improve interactivity-related functions in its products/services? ## Trend signals for Futuristic Divide Trend score 5.8 out of 10, from popularity 75%, activity 90%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 75% - Activity: 90% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Futuristic Divide trend 7 featured examples from Mar 16, 2016 to Jan 13, 2018. - [Customizable Room Dividers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patchwork): 'Patchwork' Helps Solve the Privacy Issues Around Cohabitation (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Explore the use of customizable room dividers as a solution to privacy issues in cohabitation settings, such as crowded shelters, temporary hous… - [Adaptable Shelving Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adaptable-shelving): The Rigg Modular Shelves System is Easy to Customize and Shift Around (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The Rigg system offers disruptive innovation opportunities in the interior design industry by providing customizable and flexible shelving solutions. - [Collapsible Room Dividers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-concept-living-spaces): 'Plier' Serves as a Solution to Open-Concept Living Spaces (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for designers and manufacturers to create versatile furniture pieces that address the challenges of open-concept living spaces. - [Zippered Organizational Room Dividers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/room-with-pockets): DMA's 'room with pockets' Stylishly Eliminates Clutter (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Exploring new ways to incorporate innovative room dividers into interior design projects. - [Miniature Wall-Divided Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wall-dividers): These Wall Dividers Create the Illusion of Separate Rooms (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunities for interior designers to create innovative solutions for small spaces using wall dividers. - [Factory-Inspired Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-house-project): 'Paper House Project' Used Glass Windows to Separate a Former Factory (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Architects and designers can explore innovative ways of utilizing glass windows to create separate areas within open-concept living spaces, bringing versatility to residential des… - [Soft Customizable Room Dividers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/room-dividing): The 'Link' by FitzFelt Room Dividing System is Crafted from Felt (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The customizable room dividers industry can enhance their product line by creating more adaptable designs with newer materials, offering privacy and functionality. ## 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)