# Unwinding Multifunctional Charging Stations EFFEKT Designs the Better Energy Charge Park By Amy Duong | Published 2024-02-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/better-energy-charge References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2024/02/21/electric-vehicle-charging-station-denmark-effekt/) & [effekt.dk](https://www.effekt.dk/)  Architecture studio [EFFEKT](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harmonikahusene) created the Better [Energy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-luxury-home) Charge [park](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/100meter-outdoor-pool) in Sønderborg, Denmark which functions as a classic charging station for EVs but also as a place for drivers to slow down and unwind. It features comfortable seating areas and gardens at the location as a means for visitors to charge mentally as well. The notion was to create an inviting space for drivers to rest as their cars are charging with wildflower gardens, wooden benches, and a canopy. Creative director of the studio Sinus Lynge tells Dezeen, "A main idea was to offer the drivers a chance to recharge mentally while they wait for their cars to charge. Therefore, the entire station is designed as a drivable garden with an inviting and playful roof structure reminiscent of a classic garden pavilion, offering a completely different experience than what we associate with traditional gas stations." Image Credit: Rasmus Hjortshøj ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 21% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Multifunctional Charging Spaces:** Transforming charging stations into restorative environments for drivers. - **Naturalistic Design Elements:** Incorporating wildflower gardens and wooden benches to enhance charging experiences. - **Drivable Garden Stations:** Creating inviting spaces with playful roof structures for a unique energy charging experience. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Design:** Exploring opportunities to merge sustainable features with human-centric design in charging infrastructures. - **Electric Vehicle Technology:** Innovating technologies to integrate relaxation and mental recharge amenities during the charging process. - **Public Spaces and Recreation:** Reinventing public spaces by blending functionality with nature-inspired elements for a holistic user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Experiential EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-charging-lounge.md) - [Scalable EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epit-ultra-fast-charging-station.md) - [Vehicle-Matching Charger Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clair-electric-vehicle-charger.md) - [Street Lamp Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamppost-ev-charger.md) - [Parking Spot Vehicle Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watt-ev-charger.md) - [Sustainable EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/change-wind-corporation.md) - [Emotive EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kvitter-ev-charger.md) - [Eco EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-and-electric-vehicle-charging-station.md) - [Artistic Lamppost EV Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voltpost.md)