# Round Washing Machines The ‘Aquarium' Features Rotating Spheres By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2008-11-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/round-washing-machine References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2008/11/05/ilaundry-gets-out-istains-from-your-iclothes/) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Aquarium/113423) While the logistics of Djordje Zivanovic’s ‘Aquarium’ washing machine are unclear to me, doing laundry has never looked so good. The washing machine is comprised of two spheres, which rotate to allow the user to insert their dirty laundry. The ‘Aquarium’ washing machine utilizes what Djordje Zivanovic calls “deposits” of water, which indicate that the appliance can be used without a direct connection to a water source. It remains to be seen whether Zivanovic’s globular interpretation of a washing machine holds water, but the ‘Aquarium’ certainly gives us a glimpse of a future that does not contain boring, boxy appliances. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sphere-shaped Appliances:** The trend of moving away from boxy appliances towards more spherical designs presents opportunities for companies to differentiate themselves and capture consumer interest. - **Water 'deposit' Technology:** Innovations in water storage and usage, like Djordje Zivanovic's technology, can revolutionize home appliances and reduce their reliance on direct water connections. - **Novel Laundry Solutions:** Designs like the 'Aquarium' can inspire companies to think outside the box in creating new and more efficient ways of doing laundry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Appliances:** Companies in the home appliance industry can benefit by embracing innovative designs, technologies, and solutions, creating products that meet consumer demand for both form and function. - **Water Technology:** Design and technology improvements in water storage, usage, and recycling can open up opportunities in industries related to home appliances, agriculture, and environment. - **Laundry Services:** Disruptive laundry solutions like the 'Aquarium' may inspire companies in the laundry service industry to explore innovative ways of improving their business and differentiating themselves in a crowded market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miniature Portable Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conceptual-mini-washing-machine.md) - [Human Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirai-human-washing-machine.md) - [Bedroom-Sized Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-drum-washing-machine.md) - [Flatpack Portable Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collapsible-washing-machine.md) - [Washing Machine-Inspired Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hari-3d.md) - [Portable Mini Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gsoak.md) - [Triple-Compartment Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-mijia-threezone-washing-machine-pro-drum.md) - [Musical Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-front-load-washer.md) - [Compact Washer-Dryer Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washerdryer-robot.md)