# Infantilized Decor Dual-purpose children's furniture satisfies a need to play in a stylish way. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published Mar 13, 2014 | Category: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/life-stages) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/infantilized-decor ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.6/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Infantilized Decor trend? **Infantilized Decor:** The youth decor industry is specifically geared towards designs that are indeed smaller for younger tots to fit into, but designers are now moving towards products that satisfy a need for multipurpose decor. Incorporating aspects of play and imagination to put it to dual use, the furniture designs add a discretionary element for parents that desire new ways to entertain young minds, but that don't want to overwhelm living spaces with designs that are only meant for one age group. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Nov 6, 2013 to Oct 15, 2015 - Published: Mar 13, 2014 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Youthfulness](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/youthfulness) ## Audience - Gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Infantilized Decor trend ### Multipurpose Decor Youth decor brands are moving towards designs that serve multiple purposes to satisfy the need for innovation and uniqueness. This trend creates an opportunity for designers to create more versatile, practical, and stylish products that cater to parents' needs. ### Real-Life Play Brands are creating designs that incorporate imaginative aspects of play and put them to dual or real-life use, giving parents and children more variety in terms of entertainment and functionality opportunities. This trend pushes for disruptive innovation opportunities in creating more fun, yet practical designs that are safe and easy to use for children and parents. ### Outdoor-Inspired Products Taking inspiration from the great outdoors, home decor retailers are designing playhouses and tents that are suited for indoor and outdoor use. This trend paves the way for brands to create more products that cater to outdoor enthusiasts, with designs that are durable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing. ## What the Infantilized Decor trend means for industry ### For Furniture Design The furniture design industry can take inspiration from the need for multipurpose decor and create designs that are tailored to the needs of parents and children. This can lead to more innovative, practical, and stylish furniture pieces that cater to a diverse range of households. ### For Youth Decor Designers and retailers that specialize in youth decor products can incorporate imaginative play elements in their designs to create a unique selling point that appeals to children and parents alike. This trend creates an opportunity for brands to offer fun, safe, and practical designs that entice consumers and promote creativity. ### For Outdoor Recreation The outdoor recreation industry can collaborate with home decor brands and offer inspiration in terms of functional design, durability, and safety features. This can lead to more innovative, practical, and durable designs that cater to the needs of outdoor enthusiasts and nature-lovers alike. ## Trend signals for Infantilized Decor Trend score 3.6 out of 10, from popularity 52%, activity 49%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 52% - Activity: 49% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Infantilized Decor trend 4 featured examples from Nov 6, 2013 to Oct 15, 2015. - [Camp-Themed Playhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canvas-tent): This Canvas Tent Doubles as an Outdoorsy Home Accessory for Kids (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Companies in the children's furniture industry can capitalize on the trend of playhouses and offer customizable options for parents and children. - [Monkey Bar Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f-bunk-bed): The F Bunk Bed Encourages Play in Your Children's Quarters (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Furniture manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of interactive furniture by designing pieces that maximize play and activity for children and adults alike. - [Blown-Up Doll House Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/11-project): The 1:1 Project by Silva Lovasova is Understandably Toy-Like (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Leveraging the concept of enlarged miniature designs, the furniture manufacturing industry can explore unique product offerings that cater to both children and adults. - [Chic Growing Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-chair-design-1): Nuna's Clever High Chair Design Grows with Your Child as They Develop (Category: Special) Implication: The growing high chair design by Nuna presents an opportunity for innovation within the children's furniture industry by offering a design that is both functional and stylish. ## Recent trend clusters - [Constructible Franchises](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/constructible-franchises) (Life-Stages) - [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 Life-Stages - [Retro Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-graphic-tees) - [Screen-Free Kids Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screen-free-kids-phones) - [Edible Oil-Based Lubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coco-lube) - [Women's Health-Focused Probiotic Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/womens-health-probiotic-capsules) All articles: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages)