# Zen Charging Docks These Sleek Silver Charging Docks are Reminiscent of Nature By Ell Smith | Published 2017-12-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zen-charging-docks References: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/shop/design/zen-charging-dock-brings-calm-in-pebble-shape-08-05-2015/) It's hard for some individuals to keep up with the fast-paced life that smart devices promote, which is why this zen charging dock is the perfect reminder to take a step back, and relax. Instead of simply plugging one's phone into an outlet, this dock offers a tranquil and serene space. The calming properties of this device offer an individual a distracting combination of colors and shapes, that are more peaceful in nature than others of its kind. The dock takes the form of a sleek silver stone in an attempt to remind the consumer to connect with nature. These zen charging docks serve as an ideal alternative for the style-focused consumer, looking for a reminder to meditate. Photo Credits: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/shop/design/zen-charging-dock-brings-calm-in-pebble-shape-08-05-2015/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sleek Charging Docks:** Opportunity for designing charging docks with sleek and minimalist aesthetics for style-focused consumers. - **Nature-inspired Design:** Potential for incorporating nature-inspired shapes and colors into electronics to create a calming and serene user experience. - **Mindfulness Tech Accessories:** Rise in demand for tech accessories that promote mindfulness and meditation practices. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Innovation opportunities for creating charging docks with unique designs and features within the consumer electronics industry. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for collaboration between the home decor and technology industries to create aesthetically pleasing charging docks. - **Wellness/health:** Potential for technology companies to tap into the wellness industry by creating mindfulness-focused tech accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Anti-Distraction Smartphone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/migo-wireless-charger-dock.md) - [Garden-Inspired Smartphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-moonlit-desk-garden.md) - [Naturalistic Stone Device Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/einova-charging-stone.md) - [Colorful Smartphone Charging Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/griptok.md) - [Artistic Wireless Charging Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twelve-south-powerpic-mod.md) - [Relaxing Smartphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stem-wireless-charger-lamp.md) - [Design-Conscious Tech Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magsafe-trio.md) - [Floating Monitor-Mounted Tech Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/line-linestand.md) - [Decorative Device Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tricharge-wireless-charger-concept.md)