# Holistic Quality Next-generation thermostats offer greater indoor quality control. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Mar 17, 2016 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/holistic-quality ## Key Figures - Trend score: 2.9/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Holistic Quality trend? **Holistic Quality:** The desire to blend outdoors and indoors is being implemented in a hi-tech, energy efficient way, with the introduction of next-generation thermostats that offer air quality control. In addition to affording added control, these systems demonstrate how nuanced and particular the modern consumer is about the environments they inhabit. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 17 to Oct 18, 2016 - Published: Mar 17, 2016 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Holistic Quality trend ### Air Quality Control Modern consumers' desire for nuanced and particular control over indoor environments has led to the development of next-generation thermostats that offer air quality control. ### Personal Atmosphere-Monitoring Devices As more consumers seek out ways to optimize their indoor environments with technology, the rise of products that measure and optimize air quality and indoor atmospheres is on the rise. ### Accessible Smart Thermostats The introduction of affordable smart thermostats with core features, such as the ecobee3 lite, shows that companies in the industry are already looking to tweak their products to suit people with lower budgets. ## What the Holistic Quality trend means for industry ### For Smart Home Technology The rise of air quality control and personal atmosphere monitoring devices signals a growing trend in the smart home technology industry. ### For HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) Systems Next-generation thermostats that offer air quality control and personal atmosphere-monitoring devices are disrupting traditional HVAC systems, giving consumers more control over their home environments. ### For Green Building Certification Thermostats with air quality control features, such as the Honeywell IAQ 'Point2,' are future-ready for those upgrading their spaces to be more efficient and seeking Green Building Certification credits. ## Workshop question How could you give consumers more control of their digital environment (with respect to your brand's online experience)? ## Trend signals for Holistic Quality Trend score 2.9 out of 10, from popularity 46%, activity 34%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 46% - Activity: 34% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Holistic Quality trend 6 featured examples from Mar 17 to Oct 18, 2016. - [Indoor Atmosphere-Monitoring Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-atmosphere): The Honeywell IAQ 'Point2' Keeps Track of VOCs and More (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The rise of indoor atmosphere-monitoring devices presents opportunities for companies in the smart home technology industry to develop innovative solutions for enhanced living env… - [App-Connected Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermostat-app): Emerson's Sensi is Controlled Via a Thermostat App (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The Sensi thermostat app aligns with the growing demand for smart home automation systems, providing an innovative solution for controlling home environments. - [6-in-1 Atmosphere Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-quality-monitoring): The 'AIR MENTOR PRO' Offers Impressive Air Quality Monitoring (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The 'AIR MENTOR PRO' aligns with the smart home industry, offering advanced air quality monitoring for enhanced living environments. - [Comfort-Focused Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermostat-control): The Schneider Electric Wiser Air Smart Thermostat Control is Smart (Category: Tech) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop smart home technologies with integrated thermostat controls to offer enhanced comfort and energy efficiency. - [Holistic Home Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wifi-thermostat): The Aprilaire 8920W WiFi Thermostat Keeps Control of Indoor Air Quality (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The development of holistic home thermostats presents opportunities for HVAC companies to offer enhanced solutions that prioritize indoor air quality. - [Accessible Smart Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessible-smart-thermostats): The ecobee3 Lite Offers WiFi Thermostat Functionality For Only $169 (Category: Tech) Implication: The affordable ecobee3 lite smart thermostat highlights opportunities within the home automation industry to provide cost-effective solutions for improving energy efficiency and c… ## 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)