# Modernized Portrait Stations Philippe Starck's 'Photo-Me Photobooth' is Technologically Advanced By Meghan Young | Published 2011-11-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photo-me-photobooth References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/advanced-features-and-sleek-interior-design-for-new-photo-booth.html) & [photo-me](http://www.photo-me.co.uk/NewsPress/ViewArticle/tabid/495/article/373-the-new-photo-me-photobooth-designed-by-philippe-starck/language/en-GB/Default.aspx) Like [Polaroid and Lomography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polaroid-now1), [classic photo booths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poem-booth) hold a special place in people's hearts, and the Photo-Me Photobooth puts a contemporary spin on this classic product. This modernized version of iconic portrait stations stays true to its roots, while introducing some advanced features and contemporary interior designs. Re-designed by famous French product designer Philippe Starck, the Photo-Me Photobooth boasts a fixed red plastic stool that glows, and an adjustable camera so that people don't have to slump or crane awkwardly to fit in the frame. It also features a USB port to save images to, as well as a touchscreen display that connects to [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wifi-digital-picture-frame) and emails. If you're looking for the perfect mugshot, this booth is the ideal solution. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Modernized Portrait Stations:** The trend of updating and enhancing traditional photo booths with advanced features and contemporary designs. - **Technologically Advanced Photobooths:** The trend of incorporating USB ports, touchscreen displays, and social media connectivity into photobooths. - **Enhanced User Experience:** The trend of improving the usability and comfort of portrait stations through features like adjustable cameras and ergonomic seating. ### Where This Applies - **Photography Services:** The photography industry can capitalize on the trend of modernized portrait stations by offering upgraded photo booth experiences to customers. - **Event Planning:** The event planning industry can utilize technologically advanced photobooths to enhance the entertainment and engagement at events. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can draw inspiration from Philippe Starck's contemporary interior designs for the Photo-Me Photobooth and incorporate similar elements into their projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [360 Photo Booths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/360-photo-booth.md) - [Robotic Portrait Sketches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pankraz-piktograph.md) - [Revamped Modern Phone Booths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-booth-1.md) - [Portable Photobooth Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-sprocket-photobooth.md) - [AI-Powered Portrait Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-powered-portrait-studio.md) - [Modernized Folding Instant Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nextstep-sx100.md) - [Designer Camera Printer Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polaroid-trance-camera.md) - [Digital Photo Booth Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-photo-booth-experiences.md) - [Retro-Tinged Polaroid Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/square-sq40.md)