Lean
Ayman — February 11, 2008 — Art & Design
References: hans-sandgren-jakobsen & designscout.dk
Trip Trap unleashed Lean , an ultra-portable, extremely compact chair, designed for high levels of mobility. Lean is perfect for beach trips, concerts, picnics, barbecues or as a children's TV chair.
The chair is designed by Denmark native, Hans Sandgren Jakobsen.
Implications - In an ideal world, everything in our possession would be portable. It is unlikely at the moment, but businesses are coming up with ways to make everything transportable in order to add convenience to consumers' lives. As people find the need to bring more with them, new products are starting to define the idea that small things come in big packages.
The chair is designed by Denmark native, Hans Sandgren Jakobsen.
Implications - In an ideal world, everything in our possession would be portable. It is unlikely at the moment, but businesses are coming up with ways to make everything transportable in order to add convenience to consumers' lives. As people find the need to bring more with them, new products are starting to define the idea that small things come in big packages.
Trend Themes
1. Portable Furniture Design - Products that can be easily transported are becoming increasingly popular, providing opportunities for disruptive innovation in the furniture industry.
2. Compact Outdoor Gear - Demand for compact outdoor gear including chairs is growing, creating opportunities for businesses to streamline products and make them more portable and convenient.
3. Mobile Leisure Accessories - As people seek to bring more with them on leisure activities, there is increasing demand for portable accessories like Lean, providing ample opportunities for innovation in the leisure industry.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture - The portable furniture industry is expanding as consumers demand lightweight and compact options, creating opportunities for innovative businesses to meet this need.
2. Outdoor Recreation - The outdoor recreation industry is adapting to demand for compact and easy-to-transport gear, providing opportunities for innovation in the space.
3. Leisure - Businesses in the leisure industry can capitalize on the growing popularity of mobile accessories, such as portable chairs like Lean, through innovative marketing and product design.
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