# Serene Workspace Calming office accessories speak to consumers' drive to disconnect. By [Joey Haar](https://www.trendhunter.com/joeyisa), Research Writer | Published Aug 29, 2017 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/serene-workspace ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.4/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Serene Workspace trend? **Serene Workspace:** Modern consumers spend inordinate amounts of time connected to screens. Most people spend the majority of their time during the week at the office, so calming, natural desk accessories have sprung up to combat that constant connection. Soothing products with environmental inspirations help consumers to feel in touch with the natural world, even when the digital one looms near. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jul 10 to Aug 29, 2017 - Published: Aug 29, 2017 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Serene Workspace trend ### Natural Desk Accessories Desk accessories inspired by nature are gaining popularity as a way to combat constant screen connection in the modern office environment. ### Smart Fragrance Diffusers Automated fragrance diffusers that can connect to smart home devices are becoming increasingly popular to enhance personal and work spaces. ### Moveable Desk Planters Desk-friendly planters that can be easily moved and hung on different surfaces are making it easy for individuals to add greenery to their workspace. ## What the Serene Workspace trend means for industry ### For Office Accessories Manufacturers of office accessories can tap into the trend of natural desk accessories to offer a range of stylish, environment-inspired products. ### For Home Fragrance Home fragrance companies can capitalize on the demand for smart fragrance diffusers that can be controlled through smart home devices for an enhanced sensory experience. ### For Indoor Gardening Manufacturers of indoor gardening products can offer movable desk-friendly planters that can be customized according to individual preferences to cater to the needs of a growing consumer base. ## Workshop question How could you alter your brand or product to reference the natural environment explicitly? ## Trend signals for Serene Workspace Trend score 5.4 out of 10, from popularity 75%, activity 78%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 75% - Activity: 78% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Serene Workspace trend 6 featured examples from Jul 10 to Aug 29, 2017. - [Desk-Friendly Jellyfish Aquariums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jellyfish-aquariums): The 'Orbit20' was Made for Juvenile Jellyfish (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Compact and aesthetically-pleasing jellyfish aquariums are a unique fit for the home decor industry, offering consumers a low-maintenance option that adds an aquatic touch to home… - [Designer Adult Puzzle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-puzzle): The Craighill Solid Brass Jack Puzzle is Both Artistic and Useful (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Toy manufacturers can explore the production of premium fidget toys to cater to the adult market and capitalize on the rising popularity of adult play. - [Calming Bamboo Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-keyboard): This Soothing Earth-Toned Keyboard Serves as a Zen-Infused Alternative (Category: Tech) Implication: The technology industry can explore the development of earth-toned keyboards to disrupt the market and cater to customers seeking visually pleasing and calming computer accessorie… - [Movable Desk-Friendly Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-series): The OASIS Series Encourages Employees to Add Greenery to a Space (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Incorporate movable planters into interior design options to attract customers looking for a botanical solution. - [Automated Aromatherapy Diffusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-fragrance-diffuser): The 'Pium' Home Fragrance Diffuser Connects to Smart Technology (Category: Tech) Implication: The incorporation of smart home technology with aromatherapy diffusers presents a disruptive opportunity for the home automation industry. - [Pocket-Sized Greenhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livesglass): The Livesglass is a Decorative Air Purifier (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruption opportunity: Combine air purifying technology with aesthetically pleasing designs to create unique home decor products that improve indoor air quality. ## 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 Eco - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Intelligent Private Grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara-core-powers) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)