# Slim Sleek Desks The Secretary Flatmate is the Ultimate Space-Saving Table By Meghan Young | Published 2011-11-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secretary-flatmate References: [trendsnow.net](http://www.trendsnow.net/2011/11/flatmate-sekretar.html) & [magazin](http://www.magazin.com/Artikel/28299/Sekretaer-Flatmate.html) Furniture designers are now turning to space-saving creations in ways that are both functional and good-looking, as exemplified by the Secretary Flatmate. It takes traditional [space-saving furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookmarker-table) and gives it a contemporary, minimalist update. Designed by Michael Hilgers, the Secretary Flatmate is not only [sleek, slim and simple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ab019-wall-desk), it also provides details that will certainly appeal to the tech enthusiast. For instance, it boasts a shelf specifically tailored to the [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henri-matisse-x-casetify). Crisp and clean, it not only sports shelves for devices, the Secretary Flatmate also offers small and quirky storage space throughout its body. Made out of structured steel and white powder coated birch plywood, the Secretary Flatmate also features glare-free lighting and power sockets. Overall, the Secretary Flatmate is the perfect office companion. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Space-saving Furniture:** The trend of designing furniture that maximizes space while maintaining functionality offers opportunities for innovative and compact designs. - **Minimalist Design:** The rise of sleek and minimalist furniture designs provides opportunities for creating visually appealing and uncluttered products. - **Integration of Technology:** The incorporation of technology-friendly features, such as device shelves and power sockets, into furniture design presents opportunities for seamless integration of electronics. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Furniture Manufacturing:** The furniture manufacturing industry can explore opportunities in creating space-saving and minimalist designs to cater to the growing demand for compact and stylish furniture. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can embrace the trend of space-saving furniture and minimalist design principles to optimize and enhance the functionality and aesthetics of small spaces. - **Electronics:** Electronics companies can collaborate with furniture manufacturers to develop integrated products that seamlessly blend technology and functionality, offering consumers smart and efficient solutions for their workspaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fold-Away Sleek Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flip-desk.md) - [Ergonomic Multi-Use Desk Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kabinett-desk.md) - [Minimalist Demure Designer Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backup-desk.md) - [Ultra-Chic Wall Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wall-desks.md) - [Storage-Packed Workstation Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelf-x-shelf-x-self-table.md) - [Minimalist Storage-Paired Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diag-desk.md) - [Elegant Working Desk Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindset-builtin-computer-desk.md) - [Minimalist Modular Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/console-desk.md) - [Space-Saving Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacesaving-desk-lamp.md)