# Flatpack Virtual Fireplaces The Graphene Radiator Has Heats Up and Displays Holographic Flames By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2023-10-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphene-radiator References: [time](https://time.com/collection/best-inventions-2023/6324062/graphene-radiator/) & [graphenesq](http://www.graphenesq.com/)  Health concerns, environmental impact, [smoke](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninja-fireside360), unpleasant odors and lack of portability are just some of the concerns that people have with conventional fireplaces and South Korea's [Graphene Square](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphene-transparent-toaster) uses Graphene Radiator serves as an alternative. This virtual fireplace uses a super-thin highly thermally conductive material made of carbon atoms to share a source of heat with minimal power. This innovation boasts 30% more efficiency than electric coil heaters and it offers the benefit of [computer-generated holographic flames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bonflame). The Graphene Radiator is both a CES 2023 Best of Innovation Award winner and one of TIME's Best Inventions of 2023. As of 2024, Graphene Square plans to produce 40,000 devices annually, providing a safe alternative to fireplaces that are bulky and reliant on a lot of energy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.0/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 19% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Virtual Fireplaces:** The use of virtual fireplaces that utilize highly thermally conductive materials like graphene offer a safer and more efficient alternative to traditional fireplaces. - **Graphene Radiator:** The Graphene Radiator, a CES 2023 Best of Innovation Award winner, provides a portable and eco-friendly heating solution with the added benefit of computer-generated holographic flames. - **Minimal Power Heating:** Advancements in materials like graphene allow for highly efficient heating solutions that require minimal power consumption and reduce environmental impact. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Heating:** The home heating industry can benefit from the disruptive innovation of virtual fireplaces utilizing graphene radiators, offering energy-efficient and eco-friendly heating options. - **Electronics:** The electronics industry can explore opportunities to incorporate graphene radiators into their products, providing a unique selling point of safe and efficient heating. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can embrace the use of virtual fireplaces as a stylish and eco-friendly alternative to traditional fireplaces, enhancing the ambiance of spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Slick Modern Holographic Fireplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holographic-fireplace.md) - [Convenient Personal Fireplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personal-fireplace1.md) - [Mixed-Material Tabletop Fireplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brasscene-harmony-flame-fireplace.md) - [Industrial Oceanic Home Heaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coral-electric-radiator.md) - [Eco-Friendly Bioethanol Fireplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glammfire-contour.md) - [Design-Conscious Space Heaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-heater.md) - [Graphene-Powered Cooking Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphene.md) - [Optimized Infrared Home Heaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infrared-smart-heater.md) - [Innovative Fireplace Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fireplace-designs.md)