# Scaled Sanitation Cleaning appliances are subject to contemporary design concerns. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Feb 16, 2016 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/scaled-sanitation ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.0/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Scaled Sanitation trend? **Scaled Sanitation:** As people continue to downsize their living spaces within urban environments, they seek out smaller, more compact cleaning appliances. The emphasis on easy maneuverability and storage is more than just a space-saving solution; it indicates a larger desire for devices that are unobtrusive in their design. This modern consumer is more conscious than ever of aesthetics, and even utilitarian appliances are under pressure to be sleek and harmonious within their larger environment. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 27 to Apr 14, 2016 - Published: Feb 16, 2016 - Patterns: [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Scaled Sanitation trend ### Compact Cleaning Appliances As people continue to downsize their living spaces within urban environments, they seek out smaller, more compact cleaning appliances. ### Wireless Functionality As consumers expect wireless functionality in all aspects of consumer products, it's likely we'll continue to see more powerful appliances go wireless. ### Adaptable Vacuums The Shark NV356E Navigator Lift-Away Pro is a smart home vacuum that's designed to easily adapt to the needs of modern consumers. ## What the Scaled Sanitation trend means for industry ### For Home appliance manufacturing Manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of compact appliances and make cleaning appliances smaller and more easy to store in small homes, apartments or condos. ### For Technology industry As consumers expect wireless functionality in all aspects of consumer products, companies in the technology industry can explore how they can extend this trend to the manufacturing of home appliances. ### For Robotic appliance manufacturing In response to the need for adaptable vacuums, manufacturers in the robotic appliance industry can explore creating automated devices that have the ability to transform into handheld units for easy cleaning of inaccessible areas. ## Workshop question If you were to redesign your (main) offering, how could you alter it to appeal to the modern, aesthetic-driven consumer? ## Trend signals for Scaled Sanitation Trend score 3.0 out of 10, from popularity 46%, activity 36%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 46% - Activity: 36% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Scaled Sanitation trend 4 featured examples from Jan 27 to Apr 14, 2016. - [Handheld Mite Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allergy-vacuum): This Philips Allergy Vacuum Cleaner Removes Fine Dust and Mites (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for home appliance manufacturers to develop innovative handheld vacuum cleaners for targeted cleaning on soft surfaces. - [Transformative Home Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-vacuum): The Shark Navigator Lift-Away Pro Changes Form for Different Tasks (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for home appliance manufacturers to develop adaptable and detachable home cleaning appliances. - [Multi-Use Cordless Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upright-vacuum): The Hoover Air 3.0 Cordless Upright Vacuum is for Home and Car Cleaning (Category: Tech) Implication: The demand for wireless functionality in vacuums suggests an opportunity for appliance manufacturers to create wireless versions of other household gadgets. - [Small-Scale Upright Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-vacuum): Dyson's 'Small Ball' is a Compact Vacuum Ideal for Tight Spaces (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore and invest in the development of compact and lightweight home appliances to cater to the needs of consumers living in small spaces. ## Recent trend clusters - [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) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)