# Deceptively Cushiony Docks The Cement-Made Pillow by Snarkitecture Looks Like Comfy Padding By Meghan Young | Published 2013-07-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillow-by-snarkitecture References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/design/pillow-by-snarkitecture.php) & [shop.snarkitecture](http://shop.snarkitecture.com/products/pillow) Pillow by [Snarkitecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculpted-series), a New York-based design firm founded by architect Alex Mustonen and contemporary artist Daniel Arsham, is an unorthodox dock for smartphones. First of all, it [looks like a soft cushion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-9-pillow), hence its name, yet it is made out of cement. The deceptiveness nevertheless doesn't make it more common. Instead, the resting surface provided is quite simple and devoid of any frills and thrills, which is also quite uncommon these days. All Pillow by Snarkitecture does boast, aside from the convenient shape up top, is a [groove below for the charging cord](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanoleaf-pegboard-desk-dock) to slip into neatly when the smartphone is being charged. Made out of gypsum cement, it is the first of a larger line. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cement-made Dock:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the tech accessories market by creating durable, cement-based docks for smartphones. - **Deceptive Design:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the field of product aesthetics by creating visually deceiving objects that challenge expectations. - **Simplicity Trend:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the consumer goods industry by offering minimalist products that provide essential functionality. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Tech Accessories:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the tech accessories industry by reimagining smartphone docks with unconventional materials. - **Product Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the field of product design by embracing unexpected and deceptive aesthetics. - **Consumer Goods:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the consumer goods industry by creating simple and functional products that prioritize minimalism. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bed-Like Technology Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foam-wireless-charger.md) - [Sturdy Home Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-cement-decor.md) - [Artistic Wireless Charging Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twelve-south-powerpic-mod.md) - [Colorful Smartphone Charging Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/griptok.md) - [Squishy Clay-Made Daybeds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-soil-daybed.md) - [Miniature Phone Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-sleep.md) - [Naturalistic Stone Device Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/einova-charging-stone.md) - [Enveloping Sofa Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perron-pillo.md) - [Cozy Oversized Cushion Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perron-pillo-lounge-chair.md)