# Washing Machine Chairs The Alternative Clothes Cleaner By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-07-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-detergent-or-water-washing-machine-the-alternative-clothes-cleaner References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/washing-machine-concept-doubles-up-as-lounge-seat-and-lets-you-hang-out-with-your-laundry/) & [coroflot](http://www.coroflot.com/public/individual_file.asp?portfolio_id=1308793&individual_id=134780&sort_by=1&) As an innovative solution to maximizing [small-space living](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spaceefficient-drying), Harsha Vardhan designed the *Alternative Clothes Cleaner*, a comfy living room chair that can also be used as a comfortable and stylish seat. Vardhan, who is from New Delhi, India designed the Alternative Clothes Cleaner machine with two modes, one meant for washing, the other for sitting or for when the device is not in use. To top it off, the machine is also [eco-friendly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washing-machine-technology) because it requires no detergent or the use of water. Instead, there is a pressure washer style system inside which uses ionized air, eliminating the need for a dryer as well. I absolutely love any concept that will make doing the laundry easier and even fun! Bring it on! Please. Here are some more neat [laundry innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartwash-technology): ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Small-space Living Solutions:** The growing demand for maximizing small spaces presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the home furnishing and interior design industries. - **Eco-friendly Washing Machines:** The increasing focus on sustainability and environmental consciousness opens up disruptive innovation opportunities in the home appliance and cleaning industries. - **Multifunctional Furniture Designs:** The trend towards versatile and space-saving furniture design creates disruptive innovation opportunities in the home furnishing and interior design industries. ### Where This Applies - **Home Furnishing and Interior Design:** Designing compact and modular furniture solutions for small spaces. - **Home Appliance:** Developing eco-friendly washing machines that use alternative cleaning methods. - **Cleaning:** Creating innovative and sustainable cleaning solutions that reduce water and detergent usage. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Modern Toy-Like Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toshin-machine.md) - [Flatpack Portable Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collapsible-washing-machine.md) - [Compact Washer-Dryer Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washerdryer-robot.md) - [Miniature Portable Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conceptual-mini-washing-machine.md) - [Two-in-One Laundry Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-laundry-solution.md) - [Free Standing Laundry Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eeva.md) - [Foldable Portable Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pqp-design.md) - [All-Natural Bamboo Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-washing-machine.md) - [Portable Ultrasonic Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-washing-machine-concept.md)