# Laundromat Cafes 'Wash & Coffee' Offers a Chic Chore Experience By Meghan Young | Published 2010-12-01 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wash-coffee References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2010/11/wash-coffee-is-probably-the-coolest-laundromat-youll-see.html) & [wash-coffee](http://wash-coffee.com/) I can't believe that no one has come up with something similar to the 'Wash & Coffee' laundromat until now. I know net access is often available within laundromats, but the 'Wash & Coffee' is exactly where I'd like to spend a lazy Sunday doing chores. Located in Munich, Germany, 'Wash & Coffee' is a hip cafe that offers a relaxing environment to wait out the work of washers and dryers. The establishment is also environmentally-conscious, using [energy efficient and sustainable appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-and-coolblue) from [Bosch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boschs-new-line) and [Persil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comfort-laundry-products). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Laundromat Cafes:** Laundromats are being combined with coffee shops to offer a unique and chic experience. - **Eco-friendly Appliances:** Envionmentally-friendly laundry equipment offers huge potential for the laundry industry. - **New Experience Spaces:** Creating new spaces that combine a pleasurable experience with necessary daily tasks can be a major trend. ### Where This Applies - **Cafes:** Cafes are finding a unique way to increase traffic and customer loyalty by integrating additional services. - **Laundry Industry:** Laundry companies can find a competitive edge by using energy efficient and sustainable appliances. - **Office Spaces:** Incorporating similar experiences into office spaces can improve employee satisfaction and productivity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Branded On-Campus Laundry Lounges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oncampus-laundry.md) - [Sporty Laundromat Takeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laundromatch.md) - [Laundromat-Inspired Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byredo-coin-laundry.md) - [Coffee-Scented Laundry Detergents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midnight-grind-everything-wash.md) - [Creative Laundry Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rewear-chair.md) - [Micro Workplace Cafe Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moments-by-lavazza-professional.md) - [Dual-Function Retail Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haus-coffee.md) - [Laundry-Themed Nuptial Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-launderette-of-love.md) - [Free Standing Laundry Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eeva.md)