# Compact Coffee Makers Alisson W. Stroher's ‘IMO' Features a Sweet Swing Arm By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-04-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alisson-strohers-imo-coffee-maker References: [i.gizmodo](http://i.gizmodo.com/5213117/imo-coffee-maker-looks-like-an-exoskeleton) & [coroflot](http://www.coroflot.com/public/individual_set.asp?from_url=true&individual_id=249100&set_id=283325&) Alisson W. Stroher's 'IMO' coffee maker is a concept design geared towards [minimalist, compact design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/demi). Its adjustable swing arm lets you fill any size coffee cup, from wee demitasse espresso cups to giant java goblets. Best of all, its [super-sized reservoir](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-boy-brewer) lets you brew three [coffee pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kotlie-513hf) before refilling the water supply. Check out some other caffeinated creations below. **Implications** - Products like this make it easier than ever for consumers and workplaces to cut down on the amount of time and effort required to enjoy beverages throughout the day. In a society increasingly built around tight schedules and hectic workdays, any innovation that offers convenience and efficiency is going to be widely accepted. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Compact Design:** Designing compact coffee makers allows for greater convenience and portability, catering to consumers who are always on the go. - **Adjustable Swing Arm:** Incorporating an adjustable swing arm in coffee makers provides flexibility for users to fill any size cup, ensuring a customized brewing experience. - **Super-sized Reservoir:** Coffee makers with a super-sized reservoir minimize the need for frequent refilling, making it ideal for workplaces and consumers seeking convenience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Appliances:** The appliance industry can capitalize on compact coffee maker designs to meet the growing demand of consumers for space-saving solutions. - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can benefit from the convenience provided by adjustable swing arm coffee makers, attracting coffee lovers seeking customization. - **Office Supplies:** Office supply companies can embrace the super-sized reservoir feature of coffee makers to cater to workplaces and professionals in need of time-saving solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Character Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-moky.md) - [Ultra-Slim Countertop Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instant-solo-coffee-maker.md) - [Stacking Mobile Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allinone-coffee-grinder.md) - [Pressurized Portable Espresso Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mokamax-portable-coffee-maker.md) - [Minimalist One-Button Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muuto-coffee-maker.md) - [Speaker-Like Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-capsule-coffee-machine.md) - [Compact Coffee Brewers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kmini-mate-brewer.md) - [Space-Saving Espresso Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terra-kaffe-demi.md) - [Slick Minimalist Coffee Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-coffee-machine.md)