# Environment-Cooling Air Purifiers The Conceptual 'Air Fan' Appliance Operates in Any Season By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-01-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-fan-appliance References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2019/01/07/fan-for-summers-air-purifier-for-rest-of-the-year/) Air purifiers have become essential for many consumers concerned about air quality, so the conceptual 'Air Fan' appliance aims to offer users with enhanced capabilities when integrating one into their space. Designed by Yeongkyu Jung, the unit looks and operates like a [traditional fan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rectangular-bladeless-fans) in warm weather to offer cooling relief instead of having to turn on an air conditioner. The unit will capture particles as it operates and can be angled upward when the temperature drops to keep the inhabitant comfortable at all times during spring, summer, fall and winter. The conceptual 'Air Fan' appliance maximizes the functionality of the essential unit to make it inherently appealing for consumers who live in [tighter urban living spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airmega-50) to choose for their home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 16% | 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Enhanced Air Purification:** The 'Air Fan' appliance offers enhanced air purification capabilities while functioning as a traditional fan. - **Year-round Comfort:** The 'Air Fan' appliance provides cooling relief in warm weather and can be angled upward to keep the inhabitant comfortable during colder seasons. - **Space-efficient Design:** The 'Air Fan' appliance is designed to appeal to consumers living in tighter urban living spaces. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Appliances:** The 'Air Fan' appliance disrupts the traditional air purifier market by offering enhanced functionality and space-saving design. - **Consumer Electronics:** The 'Air Fan' appliance introduces a new category of air purifiers that provide year-round comfort. - **Interior Design:** The 'Air Fan' appliance is designed to seamlessly blend into any home decor while offering enhanced air purification capabilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multipurpose Living Space Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-circulation-fan.md) - [Triple-Purpose Air Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/root-humidity-conditioner.md) - [Air-Optimizing Humidifiers Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ph-air-manager.md) - [Multifunctional Sleek Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comfortpure.md) - [Ambient Illumination Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-purifier-concept.md) - [Artistic Minimalism Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeroview-air-purifier.md) - [Self-Covering Cooling Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clofan.md) - [Slender Two-in-One Air Modifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humidifier-and-air-purifier.md) - [Tactile Interaction Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blur-air-purifier.md)