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Moviegoer-Separating Cinema Seats

The Conceptual 'Sequel' Seat Keeps Guests Apart in Theaters

— August 26, 2020 — Art & Design
The post-COVID world is likely to look much different than how it used to with many initiatives implemented to help prevent the spread of virus, so designers are creating new solutions with this in mind like the conceptual 'Sequel' seat. Designed by Benjamin Hubert of London-based LAYER Design, the theater seat features a modular design that is paired with partitions that can be positioned up to keep guests separate from another. Storage chambers for personal items with UV-C lamps help to keep things sterilized before and after use to ensure cleanliness between guests.

The conceptual 'Sequel' seat is also covered with an antimicrobial fabric that features copper strands woven into it, while also being stain-repellent and hydrophobic to boot for easier cleaning.
Trend Themes
1. Modular Theater Seats - Exploring the design of theater seats with modular and flexible arrangements can present opportunities to keep guests apart while maintaining comfortability.
2. Antimicrobial Fabrics - Incorporating antimicrobial fabrics in different industries such as healthcare, hospitality and transportation can present opportunities to maintain cleanliness and mitigate the spread of viruses.
3. UV-C Sterilization Mechanisms - Adding UV-C sterilization mechanisms in products and services such as public transportation, hotels, and medical equipment can present opportunities for a more efficient way to disinfect surfaces and reduce the risk of infection.
Industry Implications
1. Movie Theaters - Theaters can explore new opportunities with modular theater seats and other innovations to accommodate for social distancing and ensure safety.
2. Healthcare - Incorporating antimicrobial fabrics and UV-C sterilization mechanisms in hospitals, clinics and other healthcare facilities can present opportunities to maintain cleanliness, reduce the spread of viruses and optimize disinfection protocols.
3. Hospitality - Hotels and other hospitality establishments can incorporate antimicrobial fabrics and UV-C sterilization mechanisms in their rooms, public areas and facilities, potentially enhancing cleanliness and safety for their guests.
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