Category
Tech
Delegated Interfaces
Trend cluster
Category
Scannable
Obsession
Barcodes and QR codes permeate design as consumers accept digital culture.
3.1
Trend score
Trend
What is the Scannable Obsession trend?
Scannable Obsession: Consumers find barcodes or QR codes commonplace symbols and have come to celebrate their incorporation into all areas of culture and design. Recognizing the inane simplicity attached to the use of scan technology, consumers are coming to find the beauty in digital codes to make the continued assimilation of technology in everyday life more colorful.
Trend themes
Themes within the Scannable Obsession trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Digital Integration
Consumers accept the integration of scan technology into all areas of culture and design as a commonplace symbol.
02
Customization
Unique bar code-inspired designs on various products offer infinite individual customization, attributed to subtle changes.
03
Artful Applications
Utilizing barcodes in creative ways, such as barcode galleries, illustrated barcode designs, barcode cable organizers, and barcode-inspired artwork.
Industry implications
What the Scannable Obsession trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Retail
Retailers can enhance customer engagement with creative uses of scan technology in product designs.
For
Design and Art
Barcodes have inspired unique art pieces such as barcode pillows, barcode-inspired artwork and personalized barcode designs.
For
Office Space Organization
Barcode-inspired cable organizers have the potential to offer a fun and easy way to declutter office spaces, while also adding a creative twist to the process.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Scannable Obsession
Trend score 3.1 out of 10, from popularity 34%, activity 51%, freshness 8%.
Popularity34%
Activity51%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Evidence
Examples of the Scannable Obsession trend
6 featured examples from Jun 18, 2013 to Sep 16, 2014CategoryArt & Design
Barcode Cable Organizers
Duncan Shotton Offers a Creative Way to Declutter Your Office
Office supply companies can explore the creation of innovative and fun desk accessories that help with productivity and organization.
CategoryArt & Design
Illustrated Barcode Designs
Spice Up Your Packaging with a Clever Barcode Design
Consumer goods companies can differentiate their products with creative packaging designed to engage customers.
CategoryFashion
UPC Code Bracelets
Giorgio Bonaguro's Bar Code Bracelet Can be Individually Customized
Customized jewelry trends offer opportunities for innovative designs and personalized experiences.
CategoryTech
Scannable QR Code Galleries
Deris Patent Set Up a Booth with Framed QR Code Art to Engage You
Art galleries can use QR codes to create interactive exhibits and engage with younger audiences.
CategorySpecial
Anti-Establishment Scanner Tattoos
Rage Against the Machine with Your Temporary Barcode Tattoo
Fashion designers and retailers can leverage Anti-Establishment sentiments to spark new clothing lines and accessories.
CategoryArt & Design
Organic Art Decor
These Barcode Pillows by Kate Banazi and Joanna Fowles Add Color to Clean Spaces
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating handmade and customizable home decor products that stand out in the market.
