# Ergonomic 3D-Printed Pens ADD APT is a "Superior Writing Tool" That is Incredibly Comfortable By Kalin Ned | Published 2022-12-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-pen References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/addapt/add-apt-the-pen-reimagined)  ADD APT is a new generation of 3D-printed pens that "would inspire you to write as soon as you picked it up." Its form and function are dedicated to optimizing the comfort of its users. ADD APT's "unique, complex [and holisitic] design" was "only possible thanks to the latest advantages in 3D printing technology." The form combines elegance and [minimalist style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeon-ballpoint). The function of the 3D-printed pen, on the other hand, features a ribbed design that allows for a better grip. The designers made sure that ADD APT can adapt to someone's writing style and preference—whether they are right-handed or left-handed. Because it is a [luxury pen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/writing-instruments), ADD APT also features two lid options—a rich 18k Gold and a Platinum. The designers note that during the manufacturing process, they only use the "exact material required for each pen," meaning that they minimize waste. Image Credit: Kickstarter ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **3d-printed Writing Tools:** The rise of 3D printing technology has paved the way for innovative writing tool designs such as ADD APT pen. - **Ergonomic Office Supplies:** There is a growing demand for ergonomic office supplies, and ADD APT pen is at the forefront of this trend. - **Luxury Writing Accessories:** ADD APT pen caters to the luxury market for writing accessories and demonstrates that there are opportunities for disruptive innovation within this sector. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Office Supplies:** ADD APT pen's ergonomic design is a welcome addition in the office supplies industry that could benefit from more innovative products. - **Luxury Goods:** The luxury goods industry could benefit from disruptive innovations such as ADD APT pen that combines functionality with elegance and minimalist style. - **Manufacturing:** ADD APT's manufacturing process showcases how 3D printing technology can be used to minimize waste and create unique designs that were previously impossible to build using traditional manufacturing techniques. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dental Instrument-Inspired Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handwriting-tool.md) - [Performance-Driven Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p3n-pen.md) - [Elevated Ballpoint Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperlux-studio.md) - [Ergonomic Low-Gravity Stationary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gravity-pen.md) - [Three-in-One Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tp-pen.md) - [Ergonomically Curved Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curva-pen.md) - [Striking Writing Tool Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith7-desk-pen.md) - [Minimalist Floating Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pulse-pen.md) - [Machined Metallic Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-pen.md)