# Workspace Well-Being Office design concerns itself with emotional wellbeing. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Feb 25, 2016 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sentimental-workspace ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.2/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Workspace Well-Being trend? **Workspace Well-Being:** As the health and wellness movement continues to grow, employers are considering how to better arrange their employees work stations. Designing and furnishing offices to improve mood, health and happiness is integral to not only gaining employee satisfaction, but securing motivation and productivity amongst teams. This low-tech approach champions not only physical comfort, but emotional well-being, as an important factor of overall health. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 17, 2015 to Jun 24, 2017 - Published: Feb 25, 2016 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - 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 Workspace Well-Being trend ### Wellness office design Designing and furnishing offices to improve mood, health and happiness to secure motivation and productivity among teams. ### In-office wellness programs Employers bringing wellness programs in-house such as offering in-office yoga classes and private meditation pods to improve employees' mental and physical health. ### Functional home decor Home decor items that are both stylish and functional are becoming more popular, such as ornamental shades that filter lamps' strengths and colors. ## What the Workspace Well-Being trend means for industry ### For Office design and furniture Businesses designing and furnishing offices that improve employee well-being, while promoting health and fitness. ### For Wellness industry Wellness programs and services intended to improve employees' mental and physical health are becoming more popular. ### For Home decor industry Home decor items that are both stylish and functional are in high demand and becoming more popular among consumers. ## Workshop question How much emphasis does your company place on elements within the office that boost happiness and productivity among employees? ## Trend signals for Workspace Well-Being Trend score 5.2 out of 10, from popularity 68%, activity 80%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 68% - Activity: 80% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Workspace Well-Being trend 7 featured examples from Feb 17, 2015 to Jun 24, 2017. - [Spa-Themed Tech Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-budapest-office): The Google Budapest Office is a Playful Nod to the City's Spas (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing innovative and customizable office furniture and layout solutions that enhance employee well-being and productivity. - [Office Meditation Booths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/headspace-office): The Headspace Office is Focused on Fostering Healthy and Happy Employees (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Innovation in designing furniture that promotes mental health and productivity in the workplace is becoming increasingly important in the industry. - [Ambiance-Customizing Light Screens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-screens): These Ornamental Shades Filter Lamps' Strengths and Colors (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The lighting industry has room for growth in creating customizable lighting solutions that allow for mood-based illumination patterns. - [Whimsical Office Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medibank-workplace): The 'Medibank Workplace' is Designed to Promote Health and Wellbeing (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity to create innovative office spaces that prioritize employee health, productivity, and satisfaction. - [Private Meditation Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-for-meditation): A BuddhaBooth Station Creates a Tranquil Space for Meditation (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The health and wellness industry can capitalize on the demand for private meditation pods by offering innovative designs and incorporating meditation spaces into their establishme… - [Depression-Combating Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sad-lamp): This Designer SAD Lamp is For Those Fighting the Winter Blues (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The lighting industry can expand their product lines by developing more creative designs for SAD lamps to address the growing demand for designer SAD lamps. - [In-Office Yoga Classes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-yoga): UTKATA Brings Office Yoga Lessons to Toronto Workplaces (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Provide tailored wellness solutions for businesses by incorporating office yoga programs as part of their employee wellness initiatives. ## 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)