# Desk Evolution Artwork Harvard Innovation Lab Shows How the Workspace Has Changed Over the Years By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-10-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harvard-innovation-lab References: [bestreviews](http://bestreviews.com/best-standing-desks) The [Harvard Innovation Lab](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hikarigami-luminaire) has come up with an accurate depiction of just how the workspace of most people has changed over the years. In the 90s it was common for people to have a large computer on their desk, a cork-board with reminders in front of them, a calendar and also a fax machine. Slowly most of these things have fazed out, and eventually only a laptop and [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/take-a-rest-1) remain. While this is a bit drastic, much of it is true since so many online applications have replaced the need for material, tangible objects. At least it creates more space on one's desk with a lot less clutter to worry about on a daily basis! Photo Credits: www.bestreviews.com. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Workspace Evolution:** Opportunity to innovate by creating workspaces that embrace digital tools and minimize physical clutter. - **Digital Transformation:** Opportunity to develop online applications and platforms that replace the need for physical objects in the workspace. - **Minimalistic Workspaces:** Opportunity to design workspaces that prioritize simplicity and efficiency, with less clutter and more space for creativity. ### Who This Affects Most - **Office Furniture:** Opportunity for office furniture companies to create innovative designs that accommodate digital tools and promote a minimalistic approach. - **Technology Hardware:** Opportunity for technology hardware companies to develop portable devices that can replace traditional desktop computers. - **Digital Productivity Tools:** Opportunity for companies that provide online productivity tools to develop innovative solutions that enhance workspace efficiency and organization. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Productivity Desk Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-accessory-concept.md) - [Minimalist Professional Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artifox-x-twelve-south-desk.md) - [Ultra-Organized Work Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-for-students.md) - [OLED Screen-Equipped Smart Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumina-desk.md) - [Hyper-Customizable Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercustomizable-desk.md) - [Sleek Storage-Packed Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threesix-desk.md) - [Mobile Professional Workstation Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-desk-divider.md) - [All-in-One Laptop Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-casa-popup-desk.md) - [Minimalist Clutter-Free Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parallel-work-table.md)