# Floating Fish Domes Velda Creates an 'Observatory' for Koi Fish and Onlookers Alike By Meghan Young | Published 2015-06-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-fish-dome References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/floating-fish-dome) & [velda.nl](http://www.velda.nl/) The Floating Fish Dome is just as it sounds, it's a floating dome for fish. The purpose of which is meant to grant people a better look at Koi Fish. Or, as some might like to think of it, it's a sort of observatory for the fish itself. Instead of solely swimming gracefully underwater, they can pop their heads safely under this addition to look at the world above them. Designed by Dutch company Velda, the Floating Fish Dome works especially well when food is strategically placed underneath it. After all, the fish really aren't that interested in seeing what humans are up to. This product proves that there are different ways in which people can enjoy wildlife. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Aquarium Innovations:** Innovations in aquarium design and technology that allow for better observation and care of fish. - **Eco-friendly Aquatic Products:** Development of eco-friendly aquatic products that encourage people to connect with wildlife in a sustainable manner. - **Personal Aquariums-as-entertainment:** Increasing interest in personal aquariums as a way of bringing entertainment and relaxation to homes and workspaces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Aquarium Supply Industry:** Innovations in aquarium design and technology present a valuable opportunity for manufacturers and suppliers. - **Eco-tourism Industry:** Growth of eco-friendly aquatic products support possibilities for eco-tourism and natural experiences. - **Home Decor Industry:** Increasing demand for personal aquariums presents new opportunities for home decor and interior design companies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Live-Streaming Fish Doorbells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/visdeurbel.md) - [Urban Food Ecosystems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/living-sphere.md) - [Fish Tank-Inspired Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nao-iwanari.md) - [Aquatic Floating Farms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-marine-farm.md) - [Aquatic Smartphone Photography Domes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-mobile-mini-dome.md) - [Floating Marine Park Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smrket.md) - [Floating Duck Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nesting-plan-vi-call-duck.md) - [Geodesic Dome Dog Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domehome-dog-bed.md) - [Lotus-Inspired Floating Water Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floatis.md)