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Streamlined Foldable Hair Dryers

The 'HIFIVE' Hair Dryer Stabilizes Itself on Flat Surfaces

— February 15, 2018 — Tech
The conceptual 'HIFIVE' hair dryer comes as a piece of equipment for the modern consumer that will provide them with a way to maintain an optimal user experience without having to deal with fumbling. Boasting a folding design that makes it simple to store anywhere, the hair dryer features a flattop design that allows users to place it down without having to worry about it tipping over. This comes as a much more functional aesthetic in comparison to the existing cylindrical options that presently dominant the market.

The 'HIFIVE' hair dryer is the design work of Joongho Choi and Hyunmook Lim, and identifies the need for compact, collapsible appliances as consumers shift to smaller living spaces and lifestyles that are more travel-focused.


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Trend Themes
1. Compact Collapsible Appliances - The trend of compact, collapsible appliances presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the home appliances industry, particularly in the development of space-saving and travel-friendly products.
2. Functional Aesthetics - The trend of functional aesthetics offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in the design industry, allowing for the creation of products that combine style and practicality to enhance user experience.
3. Shifting to Smaller Living Spaces - The trend of shifting to smaller living spaces provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for industries such as furniture, home decor, and storage solutions, where there is a growing demand for compact and multi-functional products.
Industry Implications
1. Home Appliances - The home appliances industry can explore disruptive innovation by focusing on developing compact, collapsible appliances that cater to the needs of consumers living in smaller spaces or those who prioritize portability.
2. Design - The design industry can seize disruptive innovation opportunities by creating products with functional aesthetics, combining practicality and style to meet the changing preferences of modern consumers.
3. Furniture and Home Decor - The furniture and home decor industries have the potential for disruptive innovation by offering compact and multi-functional products that align with the needs of consumers shifting to smaller living spaces.
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