# Streamlined Meet-Up Office meetings are streamlined via the amalgamation of design and tech. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published May 28, 2018 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/streamlined-meetup ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.1/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Streamlined Meet-Up trend? **Streamlined Meet-Up:** Meeting rooms spaces are being intentionally designed to foster a sense of urgency during discussions, in order to mitigate the reduced productivity that frequent meetings can often incur. This comes as businesses recognize the power of design in creating efficient systems, with this particular shift having the added benefit of boosting morale in the workplace by fostering a more productive environment. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Aug 2, 2017 to May 28, 2018 - Published: May 28, 2018 - 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, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Streamlined Meet-Up trend ### Efficient Meeting Spaces Designing meeting spaces with a focus on efficiency can increase productivity and employee morale, while mitigating the reduced productivity caused by frequent meetings. ### Technology-Integrated Meeting Spaces Meeting spaces integrated with technology, such as the Google G Suite Meeting Room Hardware Kit or the ThinkSmart Hub 500 Workstation, can increase meeting efficiency by eliminating equipment setup and allowing for easy coordination with remote team members. ### Soundproof Meeting Pods Soundproof meeting pods, like Vank Wall Boxes or Framery's 'Phone Booths,' offer a way to seclude workers for private meetings or individual work without sacrificing design aesthetic or interrupting others in the open-concept office environment. ## What the Streamlined Meet-Up trend means for industry ### For Office Furnishings Designing and offering office furnishings with a focus on creating efficient and productive meeting spaces, such as soundproof pods or origami-like meeting pavilions, can be a disruptive innovation opportunity to meet the demand for customizable and adaptable workspaces. ### For Technology Pioneering technology that can integrate with existing office systems to increase meeting efficiency and coordination, such as the ThinkSmart Hub 500 Workstation, presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in a constantly evolving digital landscape. ### For Corporate Events Intentionally uncomfortable meeting rooms, like 'The Capsule' by Diesel, present an innovative way for companies to engage employees during corporate events and meetings while promoting efficiency and productivity. ## Workshop question How could your brand use design to boost morale and efficiency in the workplace? ## Trend signals for Streamlined Meet-Up Trend score 4.1 out of 10, from popularity 62%, activity 52%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 62% - Activity: 52% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Streamlined Meet-Up trend 6 featured examples from Aug 2, 2017 to May 28, 2018. - [Origami-Like Meeting Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meeting-pavilion): The PleatPod Serves as an Eye-Catching Solution to Noisy Offices (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The architecture industry can explore origami-like structures to create unique and dynamic buildings that foster creativity and functionality. - [Soundproof Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-concept-offices): Framery's 'Phone Booths' Offer Solutions to Noisy Open-Concept Offices (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced soundproof office pods with ergonomic features that enhance comfort and productivity in the workplace. - [Soundproof Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vank-wall-boxes): Vank Wall Boxes are Multi-Use Soundproof Pods for the Workplace (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The furniture industry can capitalize on the demand for soundproof office pods by offering innovative pod designs that cater to different workspace needs. - [Smart Workplace Meeting Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thinksmart-hub-500): The ThinkSmart Hub 500 Workstation Increases Meeting Efficiency (Category: Tech) Implication: The development of the ThinkSmart Hub 500 workstation demonstrates opportunities for companies to create efficient and collaborative technologies for the workplace. - [Intentionally Uncomfortable Meeting Rooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-capsule-by-diesel): 'The Capsule' by Diesel Aims to Minimize Wasted Time (Category: Marketing) Implication: Creating innovative and productivity-driven office furniture such as chairs and tables with advanced features such as built-in technology, adjustable comfort elements, and energy… - [Calendar-Connected Conference Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-g-suite): The Google G Suite Meeting Room Hardware Kit is Intuitive (Category: Tech) Implication: The Google G Suite Meeting Room Hardware Kit disrupts the business communication industry by providing a streamlined solution for conference room equipment. ## 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)