# Seclusion Seating Pods The 'Botan' Chair Enables Sitters to Escape for a Moment to Regain Focus By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-07-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/botan-chair References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2018/07/27/a-chair-for-me-time/) & [makhno.shop](https://makhno.shop/) Stress levels for many consumers are on the increase as lifestyles become busier and more hectic, which is increasing the need for fast, effective ways to escape like with the 'Botan' chair. Offering a [small space that's perfect for one](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osolo), the seat works by encompassing padding that acts as a way to combat against [noise pollution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoustic-pod) and maintain optimal comfort. The high walls of the chair enables sitters to escape their environment for a moment or two to regain their focus if they're feeling stressed out from what's happening in their office or at the end of a long day at home. The 'Botan' chair is the design work of Sergey Makhno and speaks to the need for [momentary seclusion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-introvert-chair) in an increasingly connected world. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Seclusion Seating Pods:** The 'Botan' chair taps into the growing demand for secluded spaces in high-stress environments. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Design:** The 'Botan' chair offers opportunities for furniture designers to create innovative and functional seating solutions for individuals seeking privacy and relaxation. - **Office Spaces:** The 'Botan' chair presents an opportunity for office spaces to provide employees with a private area for focused work and stress relief. - **Wellness and Mindfulness:** The 'Botan' chair aligns with the wellness trend by facilitating moments of escape and relaxation for individuals seeking to recalibrate and regain focus. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Privacy Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furniture-seat-design.md) - [Sound-Proof Meditation Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/headspace-pod.md) - [Avian-Inspired Privacy Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peacock-chair-concept.md) - [Quirky Solo Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/work-capsules.md) - [Calming Acoustic Privacy Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/actiu-qyos.md) - [Wellbeing-Harnessing Fan-Like Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shanti-chair.md) - [Natural Sound-Amplifying Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amplification-of-the-senses-chair.md) - [Immersive Wellness Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iris-pod.md) - [Personal Cubicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ma-camilla-isabel-reyes.md)