# Eco Garment Care Appliances This Bamboo Iron by Saksham Mahajan Supports Sustainable Living By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-02-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-iron References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/02/02/a-bamboo-iron-to-smoothen-out-the-wrinkles-in-sustainable-living/) Most small home appliances are crafted with a plastic components, which is something this bamboo iron aims to change with an eco-friendly design that's made with the namesake [sustainable material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panda-eco-paper). The iron features a familiar silhouette that is similar in design to the classic styles of yesteryear and will make quick work of [garment care](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rewear-chair) to help streamline laundry day protocol. The iron has a body entirely crafted from bamboo, which will feel more organic and comfortable for longer stints of use while also adding distinct character to the otherwise ordinary home appliance. The conceptual bamboo iron is the design work of Saksham Mahajan and is the winner of the 2019 Green Concept Award, and is sure to come as a welcome solution for sustainability-focused households. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 9% - 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) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Appliances:** The rise of eco-friendly home appliances presents opportunities for businesses to tap into the growing demand for sustainable solutions. - **Retro-inspired Designs:** Bringing back classic design elements in modern appliances can disrupt the market by offering a nostalgic appeal to consumers. - **Organic Material Integration:** The use of natural materials like bamboo in appliance manufacturing opens up possibilities for innovative and eco-friendly product designs. ### Where This Applies - **Home Appliances:** The home appliance industry can explore new avenues by incorporating sustainable materials and retro-inspired designs in their product lines. - **Fashion and Textiles:** The fashion and textiles industry can collaborate with sustainable appliance manufacturers to develop eco-friendly garment care solutions. - **Green Design and Sustainability:** The green design and sustainability industry can support and promote the use of organic materials in various consumer products, including home appliances. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Shapeshifting Garment Care Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garment-steamer.md) - [All-Natural Bamboo Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-washing-machine.md) - [Clip-Style Clothing Care Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steamur.md) - [Dual-Fucntional Steam Iron Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darimeven.md) - [Woven Bamboo Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bambass-headphones.md) - [Fully Automated Ironing Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fully-automated-ironing-system.md) - [Pressurized Steam-Equipped Clothing Irons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pressurized-steamequipped-clothing-iron.md) - [Hybrid Bamboo Razors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-razors.md) - [Garment-Drying Laundry Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zera-lab-launbot.md)