# Insect-Eliminating Hoovers The Sidekick Vacuum Cleaner Safely Relocates Spiders from a Distance By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-01-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sidekick-vacuum References: [industrialdesignserved](http://www.industrialdesignserved.com/gallery/Hand-vacuum-for-arachnophobics/4792325) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Hand-vacuum-for-arachnophobics/4792325) The cup and paper technique of picking up a bug and placing it outside does not fly with everyone. The [Sidekick](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yeti-birdie-collection) Vacuum is intended for those who like to keep their distance from creepy-crawlies, so much so that removing them by hand from the wall beside them is too scary to bear. Designer Bernd Karlsboeck was inspired by the Stormtrooper to dream up the [sleek look of this domestic device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-vacuum-1). It's white and streamlined and swiftly extends with a simple rotation. This configuration creates a tunnel from end to end, enabling the user to [suck up a centipede](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fly-insect-trap) from another arm's away and capture it in the other side. This part of the Sidekick Hand Vacuum can be detached for the stress-free release of the insect outdoors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Insect-removing Tools:** Opportunity for innovative products that safely remove insects from a distance. - **Sleek Design Inspiration:** Potential for incorporating sleek and streamlined design elements in household devices. - **User-friendly Bug Capture Methods:** Demand for user-friendly devices that provide stress-free ways to capture and release insects. ### Where This Applies - **Home Appliances:** Home appliance manufacturers can explore insect-removal solutions that cater to users' preferences and fears. - **Product Design:** Opportunity for product designers to incorporate inspired and futuristic elements into household devices. - **Outdoor Tools and Accessories:** Providers of outdoor tools and accessories can develop bug capture devices that facilitate the safe removal of insects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cubic Handheld Vacuum Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dust-box-vacuum-cleaner.md) - [Style-Conscious Anti-Insect Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosqo-bug-zapper.md) - [Mite-Eradicating Vacuum Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jigoo-s300-pro.md) - [Display-Equipped Vacuum Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blend-i-vacuum-cleaner.md) - [Decor-Inspired Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-vacuum-concept.md) - [Design-Conscious Vacuum Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airsign-vacuum.md) - [Smart Home Insect Traps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zevo-flying-insect-trap.md) - [Artful Handheld Vacuum Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-vacuum-1.md) - [Disinfecting Compact Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x1-robot-bed.md)