# Pedal Control Cooling Fans The Conceptual 'Clutch Fan' Boasts a Handsfree Operation By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-10-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clutch-fan References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2018/10/08/a-fan-that-focuses-on-the-users-experience/) The conceptual 'Clutch Fan' is a small appliance for the home that will provide users with a [handsfree way](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillar-handsfree) to maintain optimal temperature comfort in their living or working space. Designed by Hyeong Seop Lee, the fan is integrated with a pedal on the base that can be used for toggling the unit on or off, setting timers and much more. This adds an enhanced level of convenience for users to eliminate them from needing to struggle with traditional controls to turn on the unit for accelerated cooling capabilities. The conceptual 'Clutch Fan' sports a [stylishly minimal design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-turboblade) that makes it perfect for placement in any modern home or office and addresses a shift towards more [eco-friendly climate control solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-climate-control). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hands-free Cooling Fans:** Pedal controlled cooling fans are providing users with a handsfree way to maintain optimal temperature comfort in their living or working space. - **Smart Appliances Management:** Pedal controlled appliances, such as fans, Integrate smart management system integrating timers, wireless controls, and monitoring features. - **Eco-friendly Climate Controls:** Minimalist design, and energy efficient features, combined with the convenient, handsfree controls make these fans an eco-friendly solution for climate control needs. ### Where This Applies - **Home Appliances:** Pedal control concept by Hyeong Seop Lee can be adopted by industry leaders in home appliances manufacturing to enhance convenience, eco-friendliness, and energy efficiency. - **Office Furniture:** Minimalist design and easy controls make pedal-controlled fans perfect for offices; designers can incorporate these features to enhance the comfortability and productivity of office furniture. - **Home Automation:** Integrating pedal controls smart management system, wireless controls, and monitoring features can upgrade any home automation solution, making it more hands-free, convenient, and energy-efficient. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multipurpose Living Space Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-circulation-fan.md) - [Smart Ceiling Fan Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fanpro.md) - [Two-in-One Rechargeable Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appliance-concept.md) - [Dress Shirt-Friendly Cooling Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-fan-ii.md) - [Whole Room-Cooling Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drew-air-circulator-pedestal-fan.md) - [Rectangular Bladeless Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rectangular-bladeless-fans.md) - [Connected Multi-Mode Table Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreo-wingboost-x.md) - [Targeted Cooling Relief Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neckband-fan-vision.md) - [Modular Handheld Home Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circulab.md)