Skip to content

Importance of Play

By Susan Yashinsky, Sphere Trending VP, Innovation Trends

We track big picture societal shifts and a key area we’re watching is the balance of analog and digital. New priorities for play are emerging as a counter balance to the amount of screen time children are getting every day.

Play is not just for kids though, as seen at The Toy Fair in London, strategies for incorporating play span from youth to adult.

Follow along for more evolving home philosophies and key shifts! Click here to connect with us and follow our Instagram and LinkedIn.

The AI Assistant

Mandi Mankvitz, Sphere Trending President of Possibilities

One of the biggest tech trends of 2024, artificial intelligence continues to capture the imagination of those looking to experience design in new and creative ways.  New platforms and experiences are evolving to meet the curiosity of consumers in product design and retail innovation.  We are intrigued to watch this trend play out this year and our reporting covers the myriad of ways this technology will change the landscape of the future. 

For more on our tech reporting, connect with us for a conversation:  info@spheretrending.com