# Playful Minimalist Spaces The Stockholm Skype Office Features a Sleek Aesthetic with Vibrant Color By Leslie Chen | Published 2011-06-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stockholm-skype-office References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2011/06/skype-offices-in-stockholm-by-ps-arkitektur/) & [dailyicon.net](http://www.dailyicon.net/2011/06/skype-offices-in-stockholm-by-ps-arkitektur/) Sleek and stylish, the [Stockholm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragments) Skype Office is like stepping right into the modern communication tool. Swedish architecture firm PS Arkitektur helped to design the [contemporary office space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rock-capital-warsaw-office). The Stockholm Skype Office illustrates the spirit of Skype through a [minimalist aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sid-lee-architecture1). The general white shade throughout the walls of the space is permeated with bursts of color found in the furniture, resulting in a clean yet playful look. Capturing the essence of the communication software, the Stockholm Skype Office is like turning an online conversation into a real one. **Implications** - Modern consumers are only attracted to designs on the cutting-edge of style. Products that feature contemporary aesthetics are appealing to customers who want to stay up-to-date with all of their purchases. Creating items with this in mind could help a company stay on top. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Minimalist Aesthetics:** Designing products with minimalist aesthetics and bursts of color will appeal to modern consumers. - **Playful Workspaces:** Creating playful and colorful workspaces will improve employee morale and productivity. - **Branded Office Spaces:** Designing office spaces that embody the spirit of a company's brand will improve brand recognition and customer loyalty. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Interior Design:** Interior design firms can offer minimalist design services with bursts of color to clients who want to modernize their spaces. - **Office Furniture:** Office furniture companies can create playful and colorful pieces that can be used to enhance modern workspaces. - **Technology Companies:** Technology companies can design brand-inspired office spaces that embody the spirit of their products to improve brand recognition and customer loyalty. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Colorful Creative Workspaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/podimo-office.md) - [Incredibly Colorful Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorful-office.md) - [Ultra-Slick Modern Apartment Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-apartment-interior.md) - [Tranquil Skincare Experience Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experience-center-1.md) - [Reinvented Office Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mislad.md) - [Minimally Designed Office Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andrs-reisinger.md) - [Slick Perforated Steel Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perforated-steel-furniture.md) - [Bright Colorful Workshop Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-sm.md) - [Comfort-Focused Eclectic Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleeper-office.md)