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# Minimalist Extension Cords
The Bluelounge Portiko Power Bar Introduces a Stylish Alternative

By Meghan Young | Published 2015-05-30 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluelounge-portiko
References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2015/05/portiko-extension-cord-by-bluelounge) & [bluelounge](http://www.bluelounge.com/us/portiko)

Until the world becomes completely wireless, people will still need to rely on [power bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonbase-1) to charge all their (and their friends) devices at once; but the Bluelounge Portiko extension cord offers a stylish alternative to traditional designs. Clean and simple, the Bluelounge Portiko extension cord is made with modern offices in mind. It ensures that clutter remains at a minimum even when [cables are abound](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cable-managements).

Created for shared workspaces in particular, the Bluelounge Portiko extension cord measures six feet long and comes with [two outlets and two USB ports](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonbase). Very affordable, it's available in two colors (white and blue) to ensure it matches as well as it can with existing decors. It also comes with a magnetic adhesive plate to ensure it stays put securely.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.8/10
- Popularity: 53% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design)

## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Wire Management:** Opportunity for businesses to develop innovative solutions to reduce wire clutter.
- **Workspace Design:** Opportunity for businesses to innovate minimalist and stylish workspace designs.
- **Portable Power Solutions:** Opportunity for businesses to develop portable power solutions to charge multiple devices.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Furniture:** Opportunity for furniture companies to incorporate wire management solutions into office furniture designs.
- **Electronics:** Opportunity for electronics companies to innovate portable power solutions to charge devices for consumers.
- **Architecture:** Opportunity for architecture firms to incorporate wire management into building designs.

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