# Productive Sleep These workplace bed hybrids cater to adults looking to constantly stay on task. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Feb 14, 2014, updated Apr 7, 2014 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/productive-sleep ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.1/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Productive Sleep trend? **Productive Sleep:** In today's competitive market, achieving success in the workplace often requires a lot of dedication and long hours. Hybrid furniture pieces offer overworked individuals the chance to get in some rest without sacrificing time away from the office. This speaks to the value placed on "hard work" in today's society, re-introducing a worker bee mentality that places dedication to a profession above good rest. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Oct 16, 2013 to Feb 6, 2014 - Published: Feb 14, 2014 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Productive Sleep trend ### Hybrid Furniture The rise of hybrid furniture pieces offer individuals the chance to get in some rest without sacrificing time away from the office. ### Multipurpose Furniture Multipurpose furniture pieces like the BLESS Workbed by Mira Schroder are gaining momentum for their ability to cater to smaller spaces as well as serve multiple functions in one piece of furniture. ### Alternative Workstations Alternative workstation designs like The Desk by Minna Magnusson and lounging desktops are replacing typical rigid tabletops and causing people to reconsider their approach to a typical workstation. ## What the Productive Sleep trend means for industry ### For Furniture Furniture industries can innovate by developing more furniture pieces that are multipurpose, hybridd, and focus on catering to the alternative workstation trend. ### For Workplace Workplace industries can innovate by incorporating hybrid furniture pieces as well as alternative workstation designs to facilitate employee productivity and personalization. ### For Interior Design Interior design industries can innovate by working with new concepts in hybrid and multi-use furniture pieces to cater to the increasing trend of individuals looking for personalized, multipurpose pieces. ## Trend signals for Productive Sleep Trend score 5.1 out of 10, from popularity 62%, activity 82%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 62% - Activity: 82% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Productive Sleep trend 4 featured examples from Oct 16, 2013 to Feb 6, 2014. - [Bed-Desk Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bless-workbed): The BLESS Workbed by Mira Schroder is Great for Small Spaces (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Industry players can develop new product lines that cater to the growing demand for multifunctional and space-saving furniture - [Lounging Desktop Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-by-minna-magnusson): The Desk by Minna Magnusson Redefines the Furniture User's Interaction (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Furniture manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of unconventional and hybrid furniture designs to provide innovative solutions for customers. - [Bed-Like Modern Bookshelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-bookshelves): This Sleek Bookshelf Includes a Stylish Reading Lounge (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for furniture manufacturers to create unique and multifunctional storage solutions. - [Work Station Hybrid Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/complete-loft-bed): The Complete Loft Bed Comes with Extra Features for Roommates (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Furniture companies can invest in manufacturing and designing complete loft beds with multiple features to appeal to families with shared bedrooms. ## 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)