Category
Lifestyle
Assisted Choices
Trend cluster
Category
Inclusive
Design
Inclusive design is prioritized for kids in school.
3.8
Trend score
Trend
What is the Inclusive Design trend?
Inclusive Design: Trend – Businesses are focusing on creating spaces for children that accommodate a range of mental and physical health-related needs. This shift toward all-encompassing inclusion in school design indicates that designers are increasingly recognizing how children's environment can impact learning.
Insight
The consumer insight behind the Inclusive Design trend
The increased focus on inclusive design by architects and school systems comes in response to discourse identifying the conditions that are most conducive to young people obtaining an exceptional education. These spaces cater to the modern parent's desire for well-rounded and personalized learning experiences for their children–with businesses now meeting some of these needs by prioritizing inclusion that encompasses diversity, disabilities, and other physical or psychological needs.
Trend themes
Themes within the Inclusive Design trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Inclusive Design for Kids
Designers are increasingly recognizing how children's environment can impact learning, paving the way for businesses to prioritize inclusion that encompasses diversity, disabilities, and other physical or psychological needs.
02
Adjustable and Ergonomic School Furniture
With increased awareness of the negative effects of long-term sitting, companies are creating furniture that promotes healthy posture and movement, while accommodating different developmental needs of children.
03
Yoga and Meditation in Schools
With the aim of alleviating anxiety, increasing focus, and enhancing emotional and physical health, companies are offering classroom-friendly yoga and meditation for kids of all ages and grades from preschool to high school.
Industry implications
What the Inclusive Design trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Education
As inclusive design, ergonomic furniture and yoga/meditation, gain importance in school design, educators and schools must adapt to meet the evolving needs of their students.
For
Furniture Manufacturing
Height-adjustable, ergonomic and versatile furniture has become a necessity in modern schools, presenting opportunities for furniture manufacturers to create innovative and functional products that improve students' comfort, health and learning.
For
Wellness
As companies focus on promoting mental and physical wellness among children, there is an opportunity for businesses in the wellness industry to develop specialized products and services for kids that can be promoted and integrated into schools and homes.
Workshop question
How could your brand take a holistic approach to inclusive design?
Trend signals
Trend signals for Inclusive Design
Trend score 3.8 out of 10, from popularity 43%, activity 61%, freshness 8%.
Popularity43%
Activity61%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
South America
Africa
Evidence
Examples of the Inclusive Design trend
5 featured examples from Dec 27, 2018 to Mar 12, 2019CategoryArt & Design
Ergonomic Scholastic Workstations
The 'Clever School Desk' is Optimized for the Classroom
The 'Clever School Desk' disrupts the traditional classroom setup and presents opportunities for innovative solutions in the education sector.
CategoryArt & Design
Helpful Sensory Playground Designs
Children with Autism Assist Matt + Fiona in This Project
Architects can explore innovative designs for sensory playgrounds that meet the specific needs of children with sensory sensitivities.
CategoryArt & Design
Colorful Refugee Children Schools
The Hayarden School in Tel Aviv Welcomes Youth Ages Five to 16
Opportunity for architects and designers to collaborate with schools to create innovative and engaging learning environments.
CategoryLife-Stages
Adjustable Classroom Desks
VARIDESK's Height-Adjustable Desks Support Standing and Sitting
The education industry can adopt adjustable desks to create more dynamic and comfortable learning environments for students, promoting better concentration and well-being.
CategoryLife-Stages
School-Friendly Yoga Classes
'Alo Gives' Brings Yoga and Meditation for Kids in School
Apparel companies can explore collaborations with Alo Gives to create specialized yoga wear for kids to enhance their comfort and flexibility during yoga classes.
