# Self-Supporting Living Pods The Harwyn Pod Cube is a Pre-Fab Living Space Offering Multiple Uses By M | Published 2016-04-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pod-cube References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/harwyn-pods-multipurpose-space-melbourne-australia-04-25-2016/) & [harwyn.au](http://harwyn.com.au/) The Harwyn Pods are a set of [pre-fab pod cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefabricated-pods) that offer a living space solution that can accommodate a variety of uses and functionalities. The space can easily be adapted to suit the needs of the dweller while providing a luxe home environment, despite the space's temporal use. The pods are designed in Melbourne, Australia and they offer a luxe living quarters to consumers looking for a portable, compact and outdoor living situation. The cube is made with a metallic exterior in a blend of blue, pink and purple shades. The home is meant to be permanent living space that can easily be transported to a variety of spaces. Despite the small space, the unit offers a variety of amenities such as a sound system, LED lights, climate control and privacy. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/harwyn-pods-multipurpose-space-melbourne-australia-04-25-2016/), [harwyn.au](http://harwyn.com.au/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Pre-fab Living Spaces:** The trend of pre-fab living spaces provides an opportunity for innovative companies to create portable and adaptable living quarters. - **Outdoor Living Solutions:** The trend of outdoor living solutions opens up possibilities for companies to develop luxurious and functional living environments that can be easily transported. - **Compact Smart Homes:** The trend of compact smart homes presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to create technologically advanced living spaces that maximize efficiency and comfort. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Design:** The architecture and design industry can leverage the trend of pre-fab living spaces by creating innovative and customizable living solutions. - **Real Estate and Property Development:** The real estate and property development industry can capitalize on the trend of outdoor living solutions by offering portable and luxurious living options to consumers. - **Home Automation:** The home automation industry can tap into the trend of compact smart homes by developing sophisticated systems that optimize small living spaces and enhance the overall living experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Origami-Inspired Disaster Relief Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefab-folding-pods.md) - [Climate-Responsive Prefab Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-pod.md) - [All-Glass Mesmerizing Compact Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beaufort-bushland-retreat.md) - [Compact Work Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragon-tiny-homes-1.md) - [Quirky Solo Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/work-capsules.md) - [Modern Mobile Futuristic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nestron.md) - [Modular Bathroom Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefabricated-pods.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)