# Futuristic Lounging Pods KAKUREYA's Modular Room Design By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-06-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kakureya References: [en.rocketnews24](http://en.rocketnews24.com/2014/06/19/save-space-in-a-spaceship-kakureya-cosy-room-pod-on-sale-now/) & [blog.esuteru](http://blog.esuteru.com/archives/7732394.html) The KAKUREYA [private room concept](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoustic-pod) creates a [modular environment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-pods) for individuals who want to get away from it all. This compact pod is designed to resemble a spaceship or fighter jet cockpit and is inspired by futuristic sci-fi imagery. "The name “KAKUREYA” is a cross between the Japanese words kakureru (“to hide”) and heya (“room”)" and is reflective of the pod's privacy-based design. Whether looking to focus before a test of avoiding loud siblings or roommates, this snug space is the perfect option for you. De-stress in the futuristic pod that is equipped with a comfortable leather seat and an opposing panel that allows users to hang a computer monitor or streamlined tv on it. The pod also includes a cozy desk area that makes for the [perfect workspace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kall-booth). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modular Room Design:** There is an opportunity to disrupt the hospitality and real estate industries by creating innovative and customizable living spaces using modular room design such as KAKUREYA's private pod concept. - **Futuristic Interior Design:** Futuristic interior design like KAKUREYA's spaceship-inspired lounging pods offers opportunities to disrupt the home and office furniture industry with cutting-edge and unique designs. - **Privacy-based Design:** Privacy-based design offers opportunities to disrupt various industries such as healthcare and education by creating private spaces that promote individual focus and well-being. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can incorporate modular room design into their offerings to provide guests with unique and customizable experiences. - **Real Estate:** Real estate developers can use modular room design to create innovative and customizable living spaces that cater to individual needs and preferences. - **Furniture:** Furniture companies can invest in futuristic designs like KAKUREYA's lounging pods to cater to consumers seeking cutting-edge and unique designs for their homes and offices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Personal Cubicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ma-camilla-isabel-reyes.md) - [Quirky Solo Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/work-capsules.md) - [Sound-Proof Meditation Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/headspace-pod.md) - [Privacy Workspace Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kabin.md) - [Vertical Nap Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/napping-pods.md) - [Calming Workspace Productivity Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kabin-privacy-pod.md) - [Minimalist Private Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarlux-soundproof-space.md) - [Modular Office Meeting Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toko-meeting-pod.md) - [Contemporary Modular Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kameleon-office-booth.md)