# Biodegradable Filter Air Purifiers The 'Olus' Air Purifier Puts a Focus on a Biophilic Design By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-09-23 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olus-air-purifier References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/09/22/this-biophilic-air-purifier-uses-100-fully-biodegradable-filters-to-combat-landfill-waste/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [louieduncan](https://louieduncan.co.uk/work) Air purification technology is only expected to increase in popularity as more consumers seek to keep their living space free from airborne contaminants, so the 'Olus' air purifier is designed to offer a distinctly more eco-friendly option. The unit is characterized by its naturalistic aesthetic that incorporates greenery onto the exterior and boasts a 100% biodegradable filter on the inside. These component contribute to a [biophilic design aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moss-humidifier-concept) that encourages consumers to rethink how the essential appliances in their living space should look. The 'Olus' air purifier is the design work of Louie Duncan and Christian P Kerrigan Architecture, and is paired with a [digital display panel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airthings-renew) that will provide access to information like the air quality index (AQI), temperature and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Biophilic Design:** Incorporating natural elements in air purification technology could disrupt traditional appliance aesthetics. - **Eco-friendly Air Purification:** There is an opportunity to disrupt the air purification industry with biodegradable filters and sustainable materials. - **Connected Air Purifiers:** Offering a digital display that reports air quality metrics could increase consumer interest in air purifier technology. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Appliance Manufacturing:** Incorporating sustainable materials into air purifiers could attract environmentally conscious consumers. - **Interior Design:** Biophilic design in air purifiers could disrupt traditional interior design aesthetics and provide a unique selling point. - **Smart Home Technology:** Connected air purification technology could expand the smart home industry by offering another element to the connected home ecosystem. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Powered Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decorative-air-purifier.md) - [Plant-Supporting Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/florapur-air-purifier-concept.md) - [Algae-Powered Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/algenair-aerium.md) - [Plant-Shaped Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artsy-air-purifiers.md) - [Minimalist Purifying Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blow.md) - [Naturalistic AI-Powered Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/briiv-pro.md) - [Plant-Powered Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neo-px-air-purifier.md) - [Moss-Powered Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moss-air.md) - [Design-Forward Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windmill.md)