A group of people in Odenplan, Stockholm noticed that there were much more people using the escalators than the stairs in the subway station. The group decided to conduct an experiment to see if they could make people use the stairs by adding in a bit of fun. What they came up with is the Piano Stairs and it seems to have worked, judging by the video above.
The Piano Stairs actually make real piano-like notes when the keys (or stairs in this case) are stepped on. Check out the video above to see how people made their music and got some exercise.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Interactive Stairs
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop more interactive stair designs that encourage people to choose stairs over escalators by adding elements of fun and engagement.
- Gamification of Exercise
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the concept of gamifying exercise by incorporating interactive elements into everyday activities to make physical activity more enjoyable and appealing.
- Experiential Design
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize experiential design principles to transform mundane spaces, such as staircases, into interactive and engaging environments that promote healthy behaviors.
Where This Applies
- Architecture and Design
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with architects and designers to integrate interactive elements, such as musical stairs, into building structures and public spaces.
- Fitness and Wellness
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate interactive and gamified exercise equipment and environments to motivate individuals to be more physically active and engaged in their fitness routines.
- Urban Planning
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate interactive and engaging features, such as interactive staircases, into urban planning projects to promote active transportation and healthier lifestyles.
