# Inconspicuous Power Strips The Stekkerboek by Dave Hakkens Hides for Use at Hand By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-04-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stekkerboek-by-dave-hakkens References: [davehakkens.nl](http://www.davehakkens.nl/portfolio/favorites_stekkerboek.html) To store things, most people have a drawer or cupboard, or even keep a pile of unsightly yet very useful items. The Stekkerboek by Dave Hakkens, however, is one of those objects that blends well into its surroundings. Its name literally translates to "plug-book," which perfectly describes the way the [cable box functions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-power-strip-1). Masquerading as a book, it can be placed amongst the hardcovers on the shelf in your office, available at hand when [extra electrical outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonbase-1) are needed. It has been designed in white, black, green and various shades of brown to prevent it from standing out. The discrete device houses three power points and a 2.5m extension cord. The cable and head retract within the casing, giving the Stekkerboek by Dave Hakkens a [compact quality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-charger). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hidden Power Strips:** The trend of creating inconspicuous power strips opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for companies looking to solve the problem of cluttered workspaces. - **Multifunctional Devices:** The trend of combining multiple functions in a single device, as seen in the Stekkerboek, presents opportunities for companies to create more versatile and practical products. - **Alternative Design Solutions:** The trend of rethinking the design of everyday objects, such as power strips, offers innovation opportunities for companies to create new and unique solutions for common problems. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Office Supplies:** The inconspicuous power strip trend provides opportunities for companies in the office supplies industry to create new and innovative products for professionals and businesses. - **Home Decor:** The trend of combining functionality with aesthetically pleasing design, as seen in the Stekkerboek, offers opportunities for companies in the home decor industry to create practical and stylish products. - **Interior Design:** The trend of hidden power strips presents innovation opportunities for companies in the interior design industry to create seamless and clutter-free designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artfully Dynamic Power Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aunion.md) - [Power Strip Illuminated Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightbox-power-strip.md) - [Design-Conscious Power Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-strip-concept.md) - [Natural Rock-Imitating Extension Cords](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-gem.md) - [Design-Conscious Extension Cords](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/willow-power-supply.md) - [Tech-Charging Book Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haaase-liesma-bookshelf.md) - [Clutter-Proof USB Power Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usb-power-strips.md) - [Modular Power Strip Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nodes.md) - [U-Shaped Power Strip Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-strip-2.md)