# Decorative Sound Wave Reflectors The Conceptual 'Petalis' Sound Amplifier Increases Feedback By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-06-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petalis-sound-amplifier References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2019/06/17/angle-these-petals-to-draw-out-maximum-sound-from-your-speakers/) The conceptual 'Petalis' sound amplifier has been designed by Grau Design as a way to enhance the audio capabilities of a multimedia setup using [analog equipment with an artistic touch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silence-please-glow). A growing number of the devices on the consumer electronics market as being outfitted with [360-degree sound](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andr-terchanian) which is quickly lost when positioned on or near a wall in the home. This is accommodated for with the 'Petalis,' which is designed to be positioned on the surface behind TVs or speakers to project sound waves outward into a space for a truly immersive experience. The conceptual 'Petalis' sound amplifier works to enhance sound in an analog manner, but also acts as an artistic touch that utilizes [industrial materials with a naturalistic aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shell-intelligent). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **360-degree Sound:** Opportunity to develop sound-amplifying products that enhance immersive audio experiences in home entertainment systems. - **Decorative Sound Accessories:** Opportunity to create aesthetically pleasing sound amplifiers that blend seamlessly with home decor. - **Analog Audio Revival:** Opportunity to design analog audio equipment that combines vintage aesthetics with modern functionality. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Potential for consumer electronics manufacturers to incorporate 360-degree sound features and aesthetic sound amplifiers into their product offerings. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor brands to collaborate with sound amplifier designers to create decorative audio accessories. - **Audio Equipment Manufacturing:** Potential for audio equipment manufacturers to capitalize on the analog audio revival trend by producing high-quality analog equipment with a unique design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Decor-Centric Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aura-speaker.md) - [Posh Parametric Wave Soundbars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-olufsen-soundbar.md) - [Flower Bud-Inspired Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orris-speaker-concept.md) - [Ultra-Thin Chromatic Speaker Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diyr-speaker.md) - [Stylish Low-Tech Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frame-sound.md) - [Nature-Inspired Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/devialet-butterfly.md) - [Sculptural Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoustic-sculpture-speaker.md) - [Distortion-Free Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genesis-speaker.md) - [Sculptural Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonique.md)