# Portable Garden Offices Nic Howett's At-Home Workspace Combines Aesthetics and Function By Jana Pijak | Published 2017-03-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nic-howett References: [nichowett](http://www.nichowett.co.uk/) The Rug Room by architect Nic Howett is a [compact office space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragon-tiny-homes-1) with an eco-friendly feel. The structure will appeal to creative freelancers seeking a serene and inspiring workspace. This portable design project is crafted using cor-tem steel and plywood materials, and boasts a simple, geometric design. Additionally, Nic Howett's [portable office](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/castillo-mobile-office) is accented with an oversized window that overlooks a [hidden garden patch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bochum-office). The garden nook offers an inspiring and calming view for anyone working inside. Created as a office space for Howett's client who is a rug designer, The Rug Room is a cozy space that marries rustic and contemporary details seamlessly. This at-home office space is filled with plenty of natural light, and will inspire Millennial audiences who seek a work environment that fuses creativity with personalization. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 65% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Workspace Design:** There is opportunity for innovation in eco-friendly workspace design to appeal to creative freelancers seeking a serene and inspiring workspace. - **Portable Office Spaces:** Opportunities lie in creating portable office spaces with a simple and geometric design. - **Integration of Nature in Workspaces:** Incorporating natural light and outdoor views into workspaces creates a calming and inspiring environment for those looking to fuse creativity with personalization. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture and Construction:** Architecture and construction industries could benefit from designing and constructing eco-friendly and portable office spaces. - **Furniture and Interior Design:** Furniture and interior design industries can focus on creating portable workspaces with a simple and rustic aesthetic. - **Technology and Sustainability:** Technology and sustainability industries can work together to develop eco-friendly materials and sustainable designs for portable and nature-integrated workspaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Micro Backyard Work Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-office.md) - [Plant-Centric Dynamic Office Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-of-edyn.md) - [Hempcrete Garden Office Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-office-1.md) - [Modular Wooden Shed Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schtauss.md) - [Nature-Inspired Geometric Office Domes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dzome.md) - [Light-Filled Garden Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-westwood.md) - [Modern Portable Work Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worknic.md) - [Minimalist Private Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarlux-soundproof-space.md) - [Dual-Workspace Backyard Sheds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workshed.md)