# Footwear-Freshening Washing Machines The '3 Space' Washing Machine Has a Built-in Shoe Drawer By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-07-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3-space-washing-machine References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2018/07/29/clean-kicks-and-clothes-at-once/) Tossing a pair of shoes into the washing machine is a surefire way to potentially damage both the footwear itself as well as the appliance, so the conceptual '3 Space' washing machine has been created to help offer an alternative. Integrated with a built-in [shoe cleaning drawer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotating-shoe-rack), the washing machine will work to clean your footwear as you wash your garments without cross-contamination. This maintains a more hygienic cleaning experience for users and ensures nothing will be damaged during the cleaning process to keep things orderly when it's laundry day. The conceptual '3 Space' washing machine is the design work of Ji Eun Oh and boasts an ultra-modern aesthetic that also maintains a [compact footprint to save space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-master) in smaller urban homes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Shoe Cleaning Appliances:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a shoe cleaning appliance that can effectively and safely clean footwear without damaging it. - **Hygienic Cleaning Solutions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a cleaning solution or appliance that offers a hygienic cleaning experience for both garments and other items. - **Compact Home Appliances:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design compact appliances with modern aesthetics to cater to smaller urban homes with limited space. ### Who This Affects Most - **Appliance Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with shoe manufacturers to develop washing machines with built-in shoe cleaning functionality. - **Cleaning Solution Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop specialized cleaning solutions for footwear that can be used in washing machines or standalone shoe cleaning appliances. - **Home Furnishing and Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create aesthetically pleasing, compact appliances that blend seamlessly into modern urban home environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hygienic Shoe Care Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-styler-shoecare-and-shoecase.md) - [Ultra-Modern Toy-Like Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toshin-machine.md) - [Triple-Compartment Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-mijia-threezone-washing-machine-pro-drum.md) - [Miniature Portable Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conceptual-mini-washing-machine.md) - [Two-in-One Shoe Cleaner Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoe-dryer-and-deodorizer.md) - [Flatpack Portable Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collapsible-washing-machine.md) - [Bedroom-Sized Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-drum-washing-machine.md) - [Compact Washer-Dryer Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washerdryer-robot.md) - [Portable Ultrasonic Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-washing-machine-concept.md)