# Hybrid Laundromat Cafes This Hybrid Space Allows You to Enjoy a Latte as You Do Your Laundry By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-10-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laundromat-cafes References: [montrealgazette](http://www.montrealgazette.com/Jesse%20Lewin%20Chaz%20Desousa%20Lewin%20café%20Artiste%20Affamé%20which%20shares%20space%20with%20Petit%20Perdu%20laundromat%20seen%20background%20Montreal%20Tuesday%20September%202014/10215478/story.html) This Laundromat Cafe makes laundry less of a chore and more of an outing. When Montreal-based entrepreneur Chaz Desousa had an idea to open a vintage laundromat, he knew he didn't want to go at it alone. He teamed up with Jesse Lewin, owner of [Cafe L'artist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caf-delice-coffee-concept), to create a [hybrid space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haus-coffee). The laundromat, named 'Le Petit Bas Perdu,' features [oversize washing machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laundry-system) and dryers, lounging sofas and loveseats as well as funky vending machines that dispense cute socks -- just in case the dryer monster strikes again. Customers can enjoy a latte, lemonade or snack as they wait for their clothes to wash and dry. What was once a tedious chore now becomes an enjoyable activity, thanks to some creative decorating and sweet treats. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hybrid Laundromats:** Combining laundromats with other businesses creates a unique customer experience and may improve the perception of doing laundry. - **Experience-enhancing Vending Machines:** Adding quirky vending machines can add a fun and memorable element to businesses. - **The Rise of Co-working Spaces:** Combining multiple businesses in a shared space may be a way to save on costs and create a community of like-minded professionals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Laundry Services:** Laundry services can provide a unique customer experience by offering hybrid spaces. - **Vending Machines:** Vending machine companies can create custom machines that give customers fun and unique items. - **Shared Office Spaces:** Companies that offer shared office spaces can expand their offerings by partnering with other businesses to create a unique community atmosphere. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Branded On-Campus Laundry Lounges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oncampus-laundry.md) - [Sporty Laundromat Takeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laundromatch.md) - [Laundromat-Inspired Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byredo-coin-laundry.md) - [Laundry-Themed Nuptial Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-launderette-of-love.md) - [Luxe Laundry Detergent Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ouai-and-dedcool.md) - [Coffee-Scented Laundry Detergents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midnight-grind-everything-wash.md) - [Creative Laundry Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rewear-chair.md) - [Immersive Coffee Boutiques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nespresso-canada.md) - [Micro Workplace Cafe Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moments-by-lavazza-professional.md)