# Stress-Relieving Interior Design Firms Icrave Creates Relaxing Spaces in Stressful Environments By Mishal Omar | Published 2017-05-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icrave References: [fastcodesign](https://www.fastcodesign.com/90123549/this-firm-is-redesigning-the-most-stressful-places-on-earth?partner=rss&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=rss%20fastcodesign&utm_content=rss) & [icrave](http://www.icrave.com/) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakv-clinic), 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-of-the-soul), and designed to appear more [welcoming and homely](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartland-whole-health-institute) 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. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### 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. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comfort-Enhancing Office Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relaxound.md) - [Stimuli-Devoid Migraine Treatment Center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/migraine-treatment-center.md) - [Vibrant Adaptable Workplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adaptable-workplace.md) - [Tranquil Grounded Design Bathhouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/othership-location.md) - [Tranquil Psychiatric Clinic Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tempere-psychiatric-clinic.md) - [Creative Space-Enhancing Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bespoke-artworks.md) - [Residential-Reflective Tranquil Clinics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aloop-clinic.md) - [Refreshed Retreat Interior Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brecon.md) - [Self-Designed Tranquil Workspaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-saransh.md)