# Mossy Air Purifiers The Hybrid Humidifier by Giha Woo Mixes Natural and Artificial Elements By Meghan Young | Published 2014-07-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-humidifier References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2014/07/07/mixing-moss-with-humidity/) & [gihawoo](http://www.gihawoo.com/) The name of the Hybrid Humidifier references the fact that it is a mix of natural and artificial elements. The unorthodox [air purifier](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeroview-air-purifier) incorporates moss to give it an earthy undertone that outdoorsy people will especially love. It also addresses the common use of moss as a humidifier alternative. In this way, the Hybrid Humidifier will appeal to a larger demographic. Designed by Giha Woo, an industrial designer based in South Korea, the Hybrid Humidifier takes on the form of a [simple bowl](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steamflow-humidifier). Great for all sorts of existing home decor, it is both traditional and contemporary. The designer writes, "The electric part of the humidifier plays a role to water the moss, while when it is tuned off, moss functions as [natural humidifier](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lif-humidifier)." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hybrid Humidifiers:** Developing air purifiers that combine both natural and artificial elements for a more holistic approach to clean air. - **Moss Incorporation:** Exploring the use of moss as a unique and earthy component in air purifiers and humidifiers. - **Multi-functional Design:** Creating air purifiers that seamlessly blend into existing home decor while serving multiple purposes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Appliances:** Opportunity for home appliance manufacturers to incorporate the hybrid humidifier concept into their product lines. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation potential in the interior design industry by incorporating moss-based air purifiers as stylish home decor elements. - **Wellness and Health:** Exploring the application of natural elements like moss in air purifiers to promote healthier living spaces and lifestyles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Living Moss Humidifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moss-humidifier-concept.md) - [Moss-Powered Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moss-air.md) - [Moss Terrarium Air Humidifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosslab.md) - [Multifunctional Humidifying Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arromoss.md) - [Air-Optimizing Humidifiers Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ph-air-manager.md) - [Slender Two-in-One Air Modifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humidifier-and-air-purifier.md) - [Humidifying Home Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-puricare-hydrotower.md) - [Flower-Filled Humidifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aromatherapy-humidifier.md) - [Artful Bold Humidifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balmuda-1.md)