# Accessibility-Focused Vacuum Cleaners The 'Vivo' Vacuum Helps Seniors Maintain Their Independence By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-01-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivo-vacuum References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/01/31/the-humble-vacuum-cleaner-gets-an-inclusive-makeover/) The conceptual '[Vivo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japan-house)' vacuum has been designed by Alex Worthington as a cleaning appliance for those with physical impairments and/or the elderly that will enable them to maintain more autonomy. The vacuum features an upright design that can be pushed easily by the user without the need to bend down or use their dominant hand to guide is around a space. This will help to reduce the strain on the body, while the dock will automatically siphon debris up and into an elevated canister to streamline emptying instead of requiring the user to bend down or struggle with bag replacement. The conceptual 'Vivo' vacuum speaks to the increasing number of elderly consumers who require specialized products that address their individual concerns and accessibility needs. Image Credit: Yanko Design ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Accessibility-focused Vacuums:** Designing vacuum cleaners specifically for individuals with physical impairments and the elderly, allowing them to maintain independence. - **Upright Design:** Creating vacuum cleaners with an upright design that reduces strain on the body and eliminates the need for bending down or using the dominant hand to guide. - **Automated Docking and Emptying:** Developing vacuum cleaners with automated docking and elevated canisters to streamline emptying, eliminating the need for users to bend down or struggle with bag replacement. ### Where This Applies - **Home Appliances:** Exploring how the home appliance industry can cater to the growing market of elderly consumers in need of accessibility-focused products. - **Assistive Technology:** Investing in the development of assistive technology to improve the daily lives of individuals with physical impairments, including accessible vacuum cleaners. - **Senior Care:** Leveraging innovations in cleaning appliances to enhance the comfort and independence of seniors living at home or in assisted care facilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cubic Handheld Vacuum Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dust-box-vacuum-cleaner.md) - [User-Friendly Cordless Vacuum Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aero-cordless-vacuum-cleaner.md) - [Decor-Inspired Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-vacuum-concept.md) - [Curved Vacuum Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qrevo-curvx.md) - [Design-Conscious Vacuum Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airsign-vacuum.md) - [AI-Powered Robotic Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dohyuk-joo.md) - [Self-Cleaning Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfcleaning-robot-vacuum.md) - [Automated Mode Vacuum Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tineco-floor-one-s7-pro.md) - [Smart Robot Home Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scop.md)