# Minimalist Meditation Platforms This Simple Screen is Supported by Fallen Tree Branches By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-10-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meditation-platform References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2015/10/12/this-simple-serene-meditation-platform-was-designed-to-overlook-a-stream/) & [studio-nomad.hu](http://studio-nomad.hu/) A vacant space in front of a [serene stream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lake-house-life-experience-pavilion) was the perfect place to build this meditation platform. In creating the screen, architects wanted to bring more attention to a neglected portion of the Ika stream located in Transylvania. The architects were able to strategically locate a large portion of land that overlooked the serene waters and build a screen that took advantage of its natural environment. The 13-foot screen maximizes the available natural space and creates a large enough meditation platform for more than one person to utilize. The fallen tree beneath the screen also helps position the platform in an angle to face the stream and waterfall. A simple mediation platform is a great idea to provide hikers and visitors a [restful and relaxing option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-meditation-bed) when exploring nature. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Natural Mediation Spaces:** Creating meditation platforms that maximize natural landscapes for a serene and holistic experience. - **Sustainable Design:** Using fallen tree branches and other natural materials to build minimalist meditation platforms. - **Outdoor Wellness Retreats:** Developing spaces in nature that offer peaceful and rejuvenating experiences for hikers and visitors. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Architects can explore innovative ways to integrate natural elements into their designs, providing unique and serene spaces for meditation. - **Eco-tourism:** Eco-tourism companies can create outdoor wellness retreats that emphasize the importance of connecting with nature and promoting well-being through meditation. - **Landscape Design:** Landscape designers can incorporate meditation platforms into their projects, offering clients peaceful and harmonious spaces to unwind and relax in nature. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Meditative Bench Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pause-bench.md) - [Meditation Wood Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vipassa.md) - [Mindful Seating Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osolo.md) - [Mandala-Shaped Meditation Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mahamudra-meditation-centre.md) - [Minimal Timber Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenhouse.md) - [Sound-Proof Meditation Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/headspace-pod.md) - [Miniature Tranquil Garden Playsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metazen.md) - [Recycled Plastic Meditation Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-meditation-chair.md) - [Portable Meditation Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-meditation-bed.md)