Keyi Chen — who is a graduate from Central Saint Martins in London, UK, focused on elevating the work environment with a playful and minimalist desk accessory set. As the times call for rapid innovation and long hours, Crunch Culture in the workplace becomes a very real issue. The emerging designer seeks to contradict this through the revamp of "five commonplace office items that can also be used as tools to relieve the stress of a long working day."
The desk accessory set contains compact objects that possess an interesting element that is tied to meditation and stress-relief. For example, the Keyi Chen's collection consists of a fan that can only be activated if the user breathes deeply into it. Other items include a mouse, a USB stick, a pen, and even a calculator.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Stress-relief Desk Accessory Sets
- Desk accessories are being designed to relieve stress in the workplace, adding value to traditional office supplies.
- Emphasis on Work Environment
- Designers are focusing on creating products that enhance the work environment and promote mental health.
- Integration of Wellness and Productivity
- The integration of wellness practices into productivity tools is becoming a growing trend, promoting both productivity and mental health simultaneously.
Sectors Adopting This
- Office Supplies Industry
- The office supplies industry can benefit from incorporating stress-relief features in their products, attracting consumers seeking to prioritize their mental health.
- Wellness Industry
- The wellness industry can incorporate office products as part of their range, expanding their offerings to appeal to the corporate market.
- Design Industry
- The design industry can create innovative products by mixing wellness practices with traditional office supplies to provide an exceptional working environment.
