# Retro Keyboard Designs The Azio MK Retro is a Typewriter-Inspired Keyboard By Ell Smith | Published 2017-05-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-keyboard-designs References: [the-gadgeteer](http://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/05/23/retro-keyboards-are-the-latest-fad-and-this-one-needs-to-be-on-my-desk/) & [aziocorp](http://www.aziocorp.com/webe/html/products/index2.aspx?num=139) The retro keyboard design of the MK Retro marries the innovation of the modern keyboard with the aesthetic of the [vintage typewriter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/px88). Each rounded key cap sits on top of a [mechanical surface](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychron-4) to remind the user of a nostalgic writing device that's synonymous with the creation of literary masterpieces. The MK Retro allows for height adjustments to be made to best suit a user's needs, and is equipped with LED lights and a chrome finish. The retro keyboard design combines the vintage aesthetics with modern innovation and functionalities. This design is ideal for those who long to type on a vintage machine but require the precision and convenience of a modern keyboard. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: 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 - **Retro Keyboard Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation by integrating vintage aesthetics with modern functionalities in keyboard design. - **Typewriter-inspired Keyboards:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating keyboards that evoke nostalgia while providing the convenience of modern typing. - **Height-adjustable Keyboards:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing keyboards with adjustable height for enhanced user comfort and ergonomics. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Computer Hardware:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the computer hardware industry by creating retro keyboard designs that appeal to nostalgic consumers. - **Gaming Accessories:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the gaming accessories industry by developing typewriter-inspired keyboards that enhance the gaming experience. - **Office Supplies:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the office supplies industry by introducing height-adjustable keyboards that promote ergonomic work environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Inspired Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/azio.md) - [Retro-Themed Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [Nostalgic 90s Keyboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/class-1800-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [Nostalgic Gamer Keyboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-retro-wireless-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [Early Computer-Inspired Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mechanical-keyboard-m-edition.md) - [Full-Size Retro Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-retro-108.md) - [Millennium Gamer Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-retro-87-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [Timeless Typewriter Keyboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timeless-typewriter-keyboard-design.md) - [80s Computer-Inspired Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-c64-edition-retro-keyboard.md)