# Submerged Workspace Shoots Max Siedentopf's Beneath the Surface Suggests Looking Deeper in Offices By Meghan Young | Published 2011-07-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beneath-the-surface References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Beneath-The-Suface/1761992) Although underwater photo spreads are nothing new, the Beneath the Surface photo series is pretty interesting. Instead of the typical mystical theme or even everyone's favorite 'Alice in Wonderland' ones, this one focuses on a work setting. From the lunch room to [a desk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arnardo-desk), it recreates [an office space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mislad) underwater. Shot by Berlin-based photographer Max Siedentopf, the Beneath the Surface photo series isn't his first submerged shoot. It is his most modern one, however. I especially like how the title implies that there is more 'beneath the surface' of an office and the people who work there than first meets the eye. It suggests that we must look past superficial qualities to see the deeper relationships that exist. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Underwater Workspaces:** This trend suggests opportunities for designing and creating functional underwater workspaces for various industries. - **Merging Nature and Office Spaces:** This trend highlights the potential for incorporating natural elements into office spaces to improve productivity and well-being. - **Exploring Deeper Relationships in the Workplace:** This trend suggests new approaches towards building and strengthening relationships amongst employees, promoting team collaboration and overall job satisfaction. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Design:** This industry can benefit from innovative ideas for designing underwater workspaces that meet the needs of various professions. - **Commercial Diving:** This industry can explore opportunities to provide specialized services for underwater workplaces. - **Human Resources and Organizational Development:** This industry can benefit from new approaches for building relationships amongst employees and strengthening team collaboration in the workplace. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beach-Inspired Desk Trios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deskterior.md) - [Self-Designed Tranquil Workspaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-saransh.md) - [Minimalist Gradient Glass Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-desk.md) - [Water-Inspired Sales Building](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cifi-group.md) - [Soothing Tetrapod Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seawall-desk-accessories.md) - [Creativity Enhancing WFH Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/other-angles-collection.md) - [Office-Themed Metallic Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankie-shop.md) - [Contrasting Workspace Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workspace-interior.md) - [Biophilic Workplace Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mangrove-garden.md)