# Domesticized Workplace Offices infuse elements of home to provide a sense of comfort. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Jun 27, 2014 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/homespun-work ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.4/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Domesticized Workplace trend? **Domesticized Workplace:** Employers are utilizing homespun aesthetics in the office place to encourage morale. Especially among millennial workers, the boundaries between work and leisure are being blurred. This is due to a growing desire for social motivation in all aspects of life, including the office space. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 19 to Sep 16, 2014 - Published: Jun 27, 2014 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Nostalgia](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/nostalgia) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Domesticized Workplace trend ### Residential-themed Office Interiors Businesses are designing their offices to mimic the comfort and luxury of one's home. ### Garage-inspired Offices Office spaces are becoming less traditional with an increasing amount of businesses opting for a grungy, garage-like feel of the origin of their company. ### Rejuvenated Factory Workspaces Offices are adopting a modern factory aesthetic that clads the walls in industrial strength ropes and criss-cross ceilings, fostering a fresh and creative work environment. ## What the Domesticized Workplace trend means for industry ### For Architecture & Interior Design These architecture and interior design firms are revolutionizing the modern workspace. ### For Tech Industry Tech giants such as Evernote and Google are leading the way in creating innovative and creative workspaces. ### For Employment and Human Resources Human resource departments are recognizing the growing desire for social motivation in all aspects of life, including the office space. ## Trend signals for Domesticized Workplace Trend score 4.4 out of 10, from popularity 45%, activity 78%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 45% - Activity: 78% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Domesticized Workplace trend 4 featured examples from Mar 19 to Sep 16, 2014. - [Blackboard Workspace Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workspace-decor): Evernote App's California Office Encourages Collaborative Thinking (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Interior designers can explore new ways to incorporate collaborative design elements and inspiring decor into office spaces. - [Garage-Inspired Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-amsterdam): The Google Amsterdam Interior is based on Where Google was Founded (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for interior designers to create innovative office designs that reflect the unique culture and identity of companies. - [Rejuvinated Factory Workspaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kavellaris-urban-design): The Kavellaris Urban Design Office Fosters Creativity (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The architecture industry can benefit from exploring innovative ways of designing workspaces that promote creativity and imagination. - [Residence-Inspired Office Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/axiom-offices): BHDM Design's Axiom Offices Mimic the Comfort of One's Home (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunities in creating residential-themed office interiors and integrating art and nature into workspace designs. ## 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)