# Private Meditation Pods A BuddhaBooth Station Creates a Tranquil Space for Meditation By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-06-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-for-meditation References: [wellandgood](https://www.wellandgood.com/good-advice/meditation-booths-replace-phone-booths/) & [buddhabooth](https://buddhabooth.com/blogs/news/claim-your-calm-in-2017) Even through there's an influx of [dedicated meditation studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mind-oasis) popping up across North America, it is not always possible to find a comfortable, large-scale space for meditation. BuddhaBooth provides [solo meditation pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoustic-pod) in options like the Obelisk Booth and the Lotus Booth, each of which make it possible for a person to enter and find an escape from the chaos of day-to-day life. These private, portable pop-up stations are now being set up everywhere from schools and office spaces to studios, complete with soft surfaces inside for the comfort of a meditator, or even just someone who is seeking a moment of peace. As an extension of the [health and wellness movement](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blissland), which is largely focused on caring for the body, consumers are also looking for new ways to invest in their mental well-being. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 58% | 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Private Meditation Pods:** The rise of private meditation pods provides an opportunity for innovative designs and features to enhance the meditation experience. - **Portable Meditation Stations:** The portable nature of meditation pods opens up opportunities for businesses to provide meditation spaces in various locations and settings. - **Investing in Mental Well-being:** The increasing demand for meditation pods reflects the growing consumer interest in investing in mental well-being and self-care. ### Where This Applies - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can capitalize on the demand for private meditation pods by offering innovative designs and incorporating meditation spaces into their establishments. - **Architecture and Interior Design:** The architecture and interior design industry can explore disruptive designs and features for meditation pods, focusing on creating peaceful and calming environments for users. - **Education and Workplace:** Schools and offices can adopt private meditation pods to provide employees and students with a quiet space for relaxation and mental rejuvenation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Workplace Wellness Capsule Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iris-meditation-pod.md) - [Immersive Wellness Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iris-pod.md) - [AI-Powered Focus Booths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neuro-wellness-enhancing-booth.md) - [Portable Meditation Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-meditation-bed.md) - [Immersive Meditation Support Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meditation-couch.md) - [Quirky Solo Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/work-capsules.md) - [Calming Workspace Productivity Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kabin-privacy-pod.md) - [Virtual Meditation Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoame-1.md) - [Sound-Blocking Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/room-phone-booth.md)