# Cube-Like Coffee Machines Nico Tritschler's Conceptone. SC1 is Sleek, Lightweight and Compact By Meghan Young | Published 2012-06-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conceptone-sc1 References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2012/06/08/the-perfect-coffee-maker/) & [ifdesign.de](http://www.ifdesign.de/talents_home_d) The Conceptone. SC1 is a sleek automatic coffee machine that looks like it belongs in the far off future rather than the here and now. It boasts a clean, [cube-like form](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espresso-machine-concept) that will complement many living spaces and kitchens, especially those found in [minimalist, modern homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byd-espresso-machine) and offices. Compact and lightweight, the Conceptone. SC1 automatic coffee machine thankfully does not compromise user-friendly interaction for looks. Instead, it combines the best of both function and form. Designed by Nico Tritschler, the Conceptone. SC1 is a 2012 iF Design Talents entry. Working via the two-touch slider placed on top of the machine, it has been designed to showcase the flow of water through the machine while it brews. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sleek Coffee Machines:** Opportunity for coffee machine manufacturers to design and produce sleek, futuristic coffee machines that enhance the aesthetic appeal of living spaces. - **Compact Coffee Machines:** Opportunity for coffee machine manufacturers to create compact and lightweight coffee machines that are suitable for minimalist, modern homes and offices. - **User-friendly Coffee Machines:** Opportunity for coffee machine manufacturers to prioritize user-friendly interaction and combine function with aesthetically pleasing designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Coffee Machine Manufacturing:** Coffee machine manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of sleek, compact, and user-friendly coffee machines to attract customers and increase sales. - **Home Appliance Industry:** The home appliance industry can benefit from the demand for modern and stylish coffee machines that complement the aesthetic of minimalist homes and offices. - **Office Equipment Industry:** Office equipment manufacturers can explore opportunities to offer coffee machines that not only serve the functionality but also add a touch of elegance to office spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bean-Shaped Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bean-coffee-machine.md) - [Colorful Box-Like Coffee Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-coffee-machine.md) - [Single-Cup Workstation Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brewster-dcm5000.md) - [All-in-One Espresso Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyetus-cubic-espresso.md) - [Organically Curvaceous Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-coffee-machine.md) - [Minimalist One-Button Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muuto-coffee-maker.md) - [Speaker-Like Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-capsule-coffee-machine.md) - [Sleek Modern Coffee Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertuo-up-machine.md) - [Contemporary Colorful Coffee Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breeze-coffee-machine.md)