# Matte Black Overlanding Trailers The Dark Sky Mantis by TAXA Outdoors Has a Stark Design By Amy Duong | Published 2024-04-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-sky-mantis References: [design-milk](https://design-milk.com/dark-sky-mantis-eclipses-other-adventure-trailers-with-matte-black-treatment/) & [redirect.viglink](https://redirect.viglink.com/?format=go&jsonp=vglnk_171276144533211&key=6ab1d62aaf9dbafae96546ba3ca1b2ac&libId=lutw3ecq0100x1tt000ULhk770don&loc=https%3A%2F%2Fdesign-milk.com%2Fdark-sky-mantis-eclipses-other-adventure-trailers-with-matte-black-treatment%2F&v=1&out=https%3A%2F%2Finfo.taxaoutdoors.com%2Fdark-sky-mantis-launch&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fdesign-milk.com%2F&title=Dark%20Sky%20Mantis%20Eclipses%20Adventure%20Trailers%20With%20Black%20Treatment&txt=%3Cstrong%3EThe%20Dark%20Sky%20Mantis%3C%2Fstrong%3E)  [TAXA Outdoors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taxa-outdoors-woolly-bear-overland-edition) introduces the Dark Sky Mantis, which is a [matte black trailer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specops-crashpad-camper) that is designed with inspiration of the eclipse, which recently took place. CEO of TAXA, Garrett Finney was formerly at [NASA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anicorn-space-ludens) as a senior architect with the Habitality Design Center. He was a part of the department that worked on engineering human-centric living designs onboard. This gives him a strong understanding of the needs and risks of exploring space. The Dark Sky Mantis is designed to host four adults, measuring 105 square feet, and boasts inspiration from the structure of a spacecraft. Storage is a strong priority to keep items tucked away and secure. The space also has an indoor kitchen, a built-in shower, air conditioning, a toilet, a furnace, and an awning to extend the interior outdoors. Image Credit: TAXA Outdoors ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 22% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Matte-black Overlanding Trailers:** Utilizing space-age design elements inspired by spacecraft architecture for a futuristic outdoor experience. - **Space-inspired Outdoor Living:** Innovating trailer features with high-tech amenities for a luxurious and comfortable off-grid lifestyle. - **Storage-focused Minimalist Design:** Prioritizing organization and security in compact living spaces to enhance efficiency and convenience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Recreation:** Exploring new frontiers of luxury camping with advanced features and design elements inspired by aerospace technology. - **Automotive and Transportation:** Enhancing travel experiences with cutting-edge trailers that offer a glimpse into the future of mobile living. - **Home Design and Furnishings:** Incorporating space-saving innovations and high-tech utilities from compact trailers to redefine indoor living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight Overlanding Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taxa-outdoors-woolly-bear-overland-edition.md) - [Open-Concept Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brs-offroad-pursuit-carbon.md) - [Off-Grid Exploration Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-series-hq22t.md) - [Extreme Terrain Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosfab-cosmos.md) - [Architectural Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skyview-camper.md) - [Aerospace-Inspired Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerospaceinspired-camping-trailer.md) - [Carbon Teardrop Portable Campers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-in-the-pursuit.md) - [Nomadic Off-Grid Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arb-earth-camper.md) - [Ruggedized Teardrop Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teardrop-trailers.md)