# Opulent RV Catering to the wealthier retiree, mobile homes are luxuriously upgraded. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published Apr 17, 2014 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/opulent-mobility ## Key Figures - Trend score: 6.5/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Opulent RV trend? **Opulent RV:** As the gap between the upper and lower class grows increasingly wider for those arriving at retirement age, the draw of the 'simple' life to the wealthy strengthens as a way to escape the throws of luxury. This is being reflected in opulent mobile homes complete with the luxuries of mansion living. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Sep 23, 2013 to Sep 17, 2014 - Published: Apr 17, 2014 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience) ## Audience - Gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Themes within the Opulent RV trend ### Luxury Thrift The concept of choosing a simpler lifestyle even amongst the wealthy is driving affluent consumers to invest in luxury mobile homes. ### Modular Efficiency Compact and prefab homes become more popular as they provide quick and easy home setup powered with modern amenities. ### Accessibility Inclusion Building mobile homes with accessibility features that support differently-abled individuals is a rising trend. ## What the Opulent RV trend means for industry ### For Hospitality Companies that provide luxurious hotel accommodations might want to invest in providing a more extended luxurious experience for customers via mobile home rentals. ### For Home Improvement Manufacturing for compact and modular homes is growing, providing lucrative opportunities for the home improvement industry. ### For Automobiles Companies that manufacture vehicles might want to support manufacturing for mobile homes with accessibility features that support differently-abled individuals. ## Trend signals for Opulent RV Trend score 6.5 out of 10, from popularity 92%, activity 97%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 92% - Activity: 97% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Opulent RV trend 5 featured examples from Sep 23, 2013 to Sep 17, 2014. - [Opulent Opera Styled Campers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-opera): The Opera Camper Brings Elegance to the Wildnerness (Category: Luxury) Implication: The recreational vehicles industry can capitalize on the trend by developing and marketing luxury camper trailers with high-end features and stylish designs. - [Million Dollar Mobile Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-mobile-home): The Heat is a Three Million Dollar Luxury Mobile Home (Category: Autos) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing advanced technology and eco-friendly features into the recreational vehicle industry to create more luxurious and sustainable mobile… - [Compact Prefab Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-prefab-home): This Modular Prefab Home Called 'The Passion House' Takes Two Days to Set Up (Category: Eco) Implication: The construction industry can capitalize on the trend of modular prefab homes by incorporating efficient construction methods and sustainable materials. - [Monstrous Motor Mansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palazzo-land-yachts): The Palazzo Land Yacht is Over the Top and Amazing (Category: Autos) Implication: Auto manufacturers can take advantage of the trend by designing innovative, luxurious recreational vehicles with advanced features and technologies. - [Streamlined Accessible Campers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyond-caravan): The Beyond Caravan Welcomes Travelers with Physical Disabilities (Category: Autos) Implication: Innovating within the RV industry to design and manufacture campers that are more accessible for individuals with physical disabilities. ## Recent trend clusters - [Racing Homage](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/racing-homage) (Autos) - [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 Autos - [French Retro City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-retro-city-cars) - [Factory-Backed Performance Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-performance-centers) - [Flexible Luxury Motorhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexible-luxury-motorhomes) - [Electric Luxury Grand Tourers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-price-ev-sedans) All articles: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos)