# Simplistic Celebration Individuals turn to bare party venues to cater a desire for customization. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published May 23, 2014 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/simplistic-celebration ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.3/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Simplistic Celebration trend? **Simplistic Celebration:** While festivities and celebrations offer a chance to splurge on decor and location, lavish settings can easily take away from more intimate, individual moments. Seeking methods of celebration in a more simplistic manner, individuals are turning to bare and minimal venue locations to combine contemporary aesthetics with a desire to customize and individually alter methods of celebratory engagement. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Dec 12, 2013 to Sep 16, 2014 - Published: May 23, 2014 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Youthfulness](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/youthfulness), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Simplistic Celebration trend ### Simplistic Celebrations Individuals desire more personalized and intimate celebrations, leading to the popularity of bare and minimal venues. ### Playful Workplaces Businesses are designing playful and vibrant work environments that reflect their ethos and boost employee morale. ### Residential Entertainment Complexes Homeowners are opting for large residences that are perfect for entertaining, featuring outdoor and indoor spaces designed for hosting guests. ## What the Simplistic Celebration trend means for industry ### For Hospitality Hotels and event spaces can offer bare and minimal locations that cater to individuals seeking simple celebrations. ### For Interior Design Interior designers can focus on creating playful and vibrant environments that reflect a company's or individual's ethos. ### For Real Estate Real estate professionals can market and sell residential properties that feature entertainment complexes and outdoor living spaces designed for hosting events. ## Trend signals for Simplistic Celebration Trend score 3.3 out of 10, from popularity 29%, activity 61%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 29% - Activity: 61% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Simplistic Celebration trend 5 featured examples from Dec 12, 2013 to Sep 16, 2014. - [Playful Workplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-workplace): Sancal Celebrates 40th Birthday with an Office Redesign (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity to create and market unconventional, eclectic furniture for playful workplace designs. - [Residential Entertainment Complexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/entertainment-residence): This Entertainment Residence Features Outdoor Living (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Design larger, more elaborate homes that incorporate outdoor entertainment spaces and other luxury amenities. - [Monumental Peruvian Party Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beach-estate): This Stunning Beach Estate is Perfect for Entertaining Guests (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Scope for developing customizable, entertainment-focused luxury properties featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, terraces, and infinity-edge pools. - [Post-Party Home Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-flat): The Garden Flat by Dank Architectes is Photographed Before and After (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate staged home photography techniques to enhance property listings and attract potential buyers. - [Docile Meditative Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esquimalt-house): The Esquimalt House Brings New Meaning to the Word Multi-Purpose (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Architects and interior designers can create flexible living spaces that embrace multi-purpose living, secluded living, and retreat-like features. ## 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)