Regional Trends

Shining the spotlight on specific regional locations, this category of trends deep dives into different cultural and ethnic innovations from around the globe. Showcasing the latest developments in multicultural trends, local consumer goods and regional developments, this category showcases the kind of impact that cultural influence can have.

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#1: Kinetic Waterfront Installations

Tidal Beacon by Ned Kahn is Located at Halifax's Queens Marque FULL ARTICLE

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Temporary Cabin Hotels

Overtreders W Utilized Locally Sourced Materials for This Project

The Stable Stack is the name of a recently constructed temporary cabin hotel, located in Veenhuizen, the Netherlands. The structure was designed by the Dutch architecture studio Overtreders W and... MORE

Kinetic Waterfront Installations

Tidal Beacon by Ned Kahn is Located at Halifax's Queens Marque

Tidal Beacon by artist Ned Kahn is a kinetic waterfront installation that sits at Halifax’s Queens Marque and interacts dynamically with its environment. An eye-catching addition to the city&#... MORE

Authentic Mediterranean Food Brands

Wildfare Celebrates Mediterranean Flavors and Traditions

Wildfare is an authentic Mediterranean food brand that offers a captivating culinary journey into the heart of the region. With a deeply personal connection to these flavorful delights, Wildfare... MORE

Japanese Snack Subscription Boxes

ICHIGO Inc.'s Sakuraco Contains 20 Curated Artisanal Snacks

ICHIGO Inc. boasts a one-of-a-kind Japanese snack subscription box subscription with Sakuraco. The experience gives individuals access to a truly authentic taste of Japan’s rich and diverse... MORE

Local Heritage-Inspired Hotels

Jenny Bukovec Designs The Manchester Hotel's Interior in Kentucky

With public areas and 125 guest rooms, The Manchester Hotel is a sizable hospitality establishment in Lexington, Kentucky. The business employed Jenny Bukovec’s interior design services to... MORE

Vertical Co-Living Neighborhoods

West of West Wins an AIA Competition in San Francisco

As populations grow in urban centers and housing is becoming scarce, many architects and designers are seeking solutions in the built environment and this co-living neighborhood is a great example.... MORE

Chic Middle-Eastern Restaurants

Fares Kargar Taps Archie Bolden for Delbar Alpharetta's Interior

A new and incredibly chic Middle-Eastern restaurant opened its doors to the public in May 2023 in Alpharetta, Georgia. Delbar is the business of restaurateur Fares Kargar and for this location,... MORE

Modern Multi-Purpose Japanese Buildings

Akio Isshiki Architect Overhauls an Old Wooden Building

‘House’ is a multi-purpose Japanese building in Hayashisaki Matsue Beach. Designed by local studio Akio Isshiki Architects, the ultra-modern and elegant space serves the function of a... MORE

Productivity Peripheral

Peripheral brands are integrating LCD panels on keyboards for productivity

Trend - Peripheral manufacturers are experimenting with productivity-enhancing keyboards with integrated LCD panels. These keyboards act as an additional monitor for simple tasks, providing quick access to information or apps when needed. These are multipurpose for professional or entertainment use.

Insight - Nearly every consumer who uses a computer for work or entertainment in 2023 has multiple monitors. Additional monitors enhance workplace productivity, while on the entertainment side, monitors provide quick-access to extra content. There is a constant pressure from consumers on both of these sides for products that enhance productivity and entertainment, with brands consistently experimenting with new multipurpose peripherals that combine functions into one device.

Workshop Question - How could your brand reimagine traditional computer peripherals for the modern, productivity-focused consumer?

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