# Mobile Bath Tub By Hima | Published 2006-11-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-bath-tub References: [marielouise.se](http://www.marielouise.se/projects.html) Take your tub with you! The [mobile bathtub](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homeplunge) is a fiberglass bathtub with a funky design. The site describes, "Let your senses guide you: have a bath in front of the open fire, your favourite film or anywhere in nature, daytime or moonlight! The project questions the location and personal value of the bathtub. Artwork by Norwegian artist Elin Melberg, www.elinmelberg.com." **Implications** - Whether it's [compact furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-well-cabin-offmo) or gadgets, mobility is a desired aspect by those looking for convenience. The ability for consumers to bring personal items everywhere with them is a luxury they'd like to take advantage of. With the number of products shrinking in size everyday, brands are looking to pack multi-functional capabilities into [compact items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-toilets) that are both practical and minimalist. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Mobility-driven Lifestyle:** The desire for convenient and portable products is driving the trend of a mobility-driven lifestyle. - **Compact and Functional Design:** Brands are focusing on packing multi-functional capabilities into compact items that are both practical and minimalist. - **Personalization on the Go:** Consumers are seeking personalized experiences on the go, leading to the trend of bringing personal items everywhere. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Design:** Furniture designers can explore creating compact and portable pieces that offer multi-functional capabilities for consumers on the move. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can tap into the trend by developing innovative portable products like mobile bathtubs that cater to consumers' desire for personalized experiences in nature. - **Entertainment Technology:** The entertainment technology industry can capitalize on the trend by creating compact and portable devices that allow consumers to enjoy their favorite films or shows anywhere. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Malleable Removable Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathtope.md) - [Automated Relaxation Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bathtub.md) - [Inflatable Campsite Hot Tubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joolca-hottub.md) - [Customizable Minimalist Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acquabella-noon-slate.md) - [Sophisticated High-Design Bath Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soaking-tub.md) - [Portable Cold Plunge Tubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cold-plunge-tub.md) - [Japanese Snack Box-Inspired Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bento-starck-box.md) - [Luxe Translucent Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lusso-amore-freestanding-resin-bath.md) - [Portable Cold Plunge Tubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-cold-plunge-tub.md)