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As consumer taste evolves, so too do product features, resulting in a range of specially designed aesthetics that cater to distinct individual preferences. Offering insight into the latest trends in creative consumer goods, custom decor and eclectic design, this category offers insight into how goods and services are becoming more personalized.

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Ergonomic Office Chair Designs

The Nouhaus Ergo3d is a Sleek and Luxurious Ergonomic Office Chair

In the world of luxurious ergonomic office chair designs, the Nouhaus Ergo3D stands out for its aesthetic and ability to provide superior comfort and support. The silhouette features a three-segment... MORE

Playful Contemporary Offices

Studio ANTIPOD's Tenderly Office Boasts Japanese Design Accents

Studio ANTIPOD recently unveiled its design for an engaging and playful contemporary office. Dubbed the ‘Tenderly Office,’ this workspace is located in the “newly opened GTC... MORE

Adjustable Laptop Desk Devices

Creatio Design Debuts the Maxtand E-Power Sit-Stand Desk

Creatio Design has created the Maxtand E-Power Sit-Stand Desk and the product is fully automatic. Designed to be a solution for individuals seeking to maintain their health and good posture while... MORE

Bikeable Office Buildings

Ledger is a New Flexible Office Space in Bentonville, Arkansas

Ledger just redefined the flexible office space model by allowing commuters to “ride their bikes directly to their office doors, even if they’re five stories up.” The revolutionary... MORE

Mother's Day Tea Sets

VAHDAM India Boasts the I Love You Mom Assorted Tea Set

VAHDAM India boasts a beautiful Mother’s Day tea set that features nine assorted tea varieties. These have been exclusively hand-picked from some of the brand’s best Herbal Tea, Oolong... MORE

15 Mother's Day Skincare Gifts

From Botanical Multivitamin Serums to Healing Body Salves

Nourishing, healing, and anti-aging products make for perfect Mother’s Day skincare gifts and luckily, there are many options on the market to choose from. Brands like Province Apothecary and... MORE

10 Charitable Mother's Day Gifts

From Patterned Cultural Crockery to Eco-Conscious Gin Brands

Charitable Mother’s Day gifts are a great way to appreciate the person you care about while giving back to the community or the planet. There are many options for charitable gifts on the market MORE

10 Outdoorsy Mother's Day Gifts

From Fall-Ready Fleece Sweaters to Moss-Colored Yoga Mats

These outdoorsy Mother’s Day gifts are perfect for adventure-seekers, whether they are experts or beginners. Highly functional apparel and gear lines are a safe bet and there are many... MORE

Avatar Worker

Retailers are hiring remote workers with realistic in-store avatars for service

Trend - Retail stores and restaurants are addressing employee droughts by partnering with metaverse and AI companies to deploy on-site realistic avatars controlled by remote workers. This drastically expands the eligibility pool for employees while ensuring customer service remains a priority.

Insight - The core reason why many consumers still prefer shopping in stores rather than online is human interaction, the ability to get help from a knowledgeable retail representative. As businesses increasingly turn to self-service kiosks and AI-powered customer service systems, the benefits of brick-and-mortar shopping become lesser. As a result, stores have turned to 3D virtual avatars controlled by actual humans, which satiates consumers' needs to interact with a human retail representative while alleviating strain on workers.

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