The Spacebuster is a Pop-Up Inflatable Bubble for Privacy
Marissa Brassfield — May 10, 2009 — Art & Design
References: storefrontnews.org & thedesignblog.org
The Spacebuster is a project by Raumlabor that is essentially a portable inflatable personal space. Whenever you need a private area, whether it's for an event, dinner or impromptu work area, the Spacebuster creates a feeling of intimacy and privacy anywhere.
The Spacebuster has been spotted all around the city of New York. Check out some images of the Spacebuster in action above, courtesy of Alan Tansey.
Implications - In today's consumption-hungry culture, consumers are have grown to expect immediate gratification. From products to services, consumers today are very unwilling to wait for things before looking elsewhere. It would be beneficial for companies and businesses to ensure that their services and products are not only highly functional, but that they are also easily accessible, regardless of the location or situation of comsumers.
The Spacebuster has been spotted all around the city of New York. Check out some images of the Spacebuster in action above, courtesy of Alan Tansey.
Implications - In today's consumption-hungry culture, consumers are have grown to expect immediate gratification. From products to services, consumers today are very unwilling to wait for things before looking elsewhere. It would be beneficial for companies and businesses to ensure that their services and products are not only highly functional, but that they are also easily accessible, regardless of the location or situation of comsumers.
Trend Themes
1. Portable Inflatable Spaces - The need for private, mobile and temporary spaces that can be easily deployed presents a disruptive innovation opportunity to numerous industries.
2. On-demand Privacy - An emerging trend in the market characterized by the desire for access to privacy and personal space anytime, anywhere.
3. Mobile Workspace - A trend that is shaping the future of work by allowing employees to work remotely from a private, mobile and flexible space.
Industry Implications
1. Events and Hospitality - The event and hospitality industry can benefit from offering clients portable private spaces that can be easily deployed and customized
2. Real Estate - Real estate professionals can leverage portable inflatable spaces to create flexible and customizable residential and commercial spaces
3. Office Furniture and Design - The need for mobile and flexible workspaces presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies that offer furniture and design solutions for offices and remote workspaces.
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