# Spotlight Workspaces Power Office Created to Shed Light on the Boardroom By Christina Butty | Published 2009-07-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-office References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2009/07/30/power-office-by-i29-and-eckhardt-leeuwenstein/#more-35778) & [eckhardtenleeuwenstein.nl](http://www.eckhardtenleeuwenstein.nl/) Titled “Power Office” by interior architects [i29](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apartment-with-a-view) and architecture firm Eckhardt & Leeuwenstein, this series of boardrooms was created to make each board member fell like they are under a spotlight. Located in Gouden Bocht area of Amsterdam in a 17th century building, the power office is comprised of three boardrooms and a lounge. Design features in Power Office include [oval-shaped areas of contrasting carpet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chameleon-workplace) as well as furniture which suggests pools of light cast by the dome-shaped lights. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Spotlighting Design:** Creating spaces that utilize lighting design to highlight specific areas or individuals, enhancing the overall visual impact. - **Historic Building Renovation:** Revitalizing and repurposing old structures into modern and functional workspaces. - **Boardroom Transformation:** Rethinking traditional boardroom design by incorporating unique elements that enhance the experience for board members and foster creativity. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Interior Architecture:** Opportunities for interior architects to experiment with innovative lighting design techniques and create visually striking workspaces. - **Architecture:** The demand for creative solutions to transform historic buildings into functional and appealing office spaces. - **Furniture Design:** Designing furniture that complements unique boardroom concepts and enhances the overall aesthetic and functionality of the space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Dynamic Workspaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/officetopia.md) - [Colorful Creative Workspaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/podimo-office.md) - [Modern Deco Office Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newgen.md) - [Bright Creative Office Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sauvage-tv.md) - [70s-Inspired Rustic Law Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/century-city-law.md) - [Warm Office Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinzo-architekten.md) - [Prayer Room Government Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agata-kurzela.md) - [Art Gallery-Inspired Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maniera.md) - [Contemporary interactive workspaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-workspace.md)