# De-Stressing Office Pods The Orrb Provides a Womb-Like Cocoon to Escape the Worker Grind By Meghan Young | Published 2015-01-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-pod References: [fastcoexist](http://www.fastcoexist.com/company/orrb-technologies) & [orrb](http://orrb.com/) Open office cultures have been embraced in many cities and companies over the last few years, resulting in the need for [office pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kabin) that provide [a sense of privacy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bay-work-pod) and relaxation. The Orrb is one such office pod, but on the hi-tech end of the spectrum. It provides a womb-like space that focuses on de-stressing the occupant. This particular office pod maintains optimal oxygen levels while canceling out noise pollution in order to provide an environment conducive to meditation. A screen inside then prompts the individual to engage in [breathing exercises](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neuro-wellness-enhancing-booth) for a 5 minute relaxation period. Lee McCormack, founder of Orrb Technologies, says, "Ten years ago, it was 50-50 whether we needed this. Now it's almost a necessity because we're so bombarded with information overload and we need a private space in the office." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 85% | 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) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Hi-tech Office Pods:** There is a trend towards creating hi-tech office pods that offer occupants a private space to relax and de-stress. - **Privacy Solutions for Open Offices:** The need for privacy solutions in open office spaces is driving the trend towards innovative office pods like the Orrb. - **Meditation and Relaxation in the Workplace:** More companies are recognizing the benefits of meditation and relaxation in the workplace, leading to the rise of de-stressing office pods like the Orrb. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Office Furniture Manufacturing:** The rise of hi-tech office pods presents an opportunity for office furniture manufacturers to develop new and innovative products. - **Co-working Space Providers:** Co-working space providers can offer their clients an additional amenity by including de-stressing office pods like the Orrb in their spaces. - **Wellness Technology:** The Orrb and similar products represent a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies in the wellness technology sector. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Quirky Solo Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/work-capsules.md) - [Immersive Wellness Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iris-pod.md) - [Sound-Proof Meditation Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/headspace-pod.md) - [Calming Workspace Productivity Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kabin-privacy-pod.md) - [First-Class Working Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kabin-work-pod.md) - [Calming Acoustic Privacy Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/actiu-qyos.md) - [Personal Cubicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ma-camilla-isabel-reyes.md) - [Minimalist Private Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarlux-soundproof-space.md) - [Sound-Blocking Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/room-phone-booth.md)