The New York-based interior design firm Icrave had its beginnings designing bars and restaurants, and now focuses on creating spaces that are relaxing in environments where people often find themselves under pressure, or generally anxious.
In environments like airports and hospitals, people tend to be worried, anxious and less able to control their emotions than when they are in normal situations. Icrave seeks to ease some of the stress that these environments tend to cause, by creating spaces that are well-lit with soothing lighting, and designed to appear more welcoming and homely than what people are used to.
Icrave's mission to take a potentially stressful environment and turn it into something that keeps people at ease makes it a company that is one step ahead of its competitors.
What's Driving This Trend
- Stress-relieving Interior Design
- Interior design firms are creating relaxing spaces in stressful environments.
- Soothing Environments
- Designers are using lighting and welcoming design to ease anxiety in stressful settings.
- Comfortable Public Spaces
- Companies are creating homely environments in places like airports and hospitals.
Who This Affects Most
- Interior Design
- Interior design professionals can innovate by focusing on stress-relieving design in high-pressure environments.
- Hospitality
- Hotels and restaurants can benefit from creating spaces that are inviting and calming for guests.
- Healthcare
- Healthcare providers can improve patient experiences by designing spaces that promote relaxation and comfort.
