33 Sliding Inventions
From Lovely Layered Seating to Backyard Waterparks:
Meghan Young — Nov 25, 2009 — Art & Design
When I think of slides, I think of a more innocent time filled with fun, playground days and retro slideshows. Considering the unusual amount of stress adults have to deal with of late, harking back to such better days is one way of coping. These sliding inventions provides the playfulness needed in people’s lives.
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Cheese Grater Park Slides
Bizarre Playgrounds as Art? Really?
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Backyard Waterparks
The Home Water Slide Simulator
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Skateboard-Segway Hybrid
iSlide Motorized Skateboard
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Car Door That Slides Down
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Expanding Modular Seating
Phil Crook's Compact Sofa System Slides Out Into Chairs for Company
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Amazing Ecomobile Slideshows
Video Shows the Green Future of Automobiles
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Volcano Boarding
Slide Down The 1600 Ft Slope of Cerro Negro Volcano at 50 mph
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Water Slide Sinks
Eumar ‘Abisko' Washbasin for Dramatic Bathroom Decor
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Salvaged Slide Chairs
Evan Dublin Turns a Playground Staple Into Furniture
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Slide-Out Grills
The Gunni Movable Kitchen Island with Compact Barbeque is Great for Small Spaces
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Bathroom Slideshows
See Your Favorite Pictures in the Tub With the Photo Shower
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Smoking Hot New Phones
Samsung Dual Touch Chic G400, F480 & F400 B&O Slider
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Swirling Sculptured Playgrounds
Caracool Slides Children to Spiraling Wonderland
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Stand And Drive Cars
The Slide by Matthias Pinkert
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Slider Phones
Flexus 03 Concept
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Vintage Slide Handbags
RedCamper's Bags Keep Your Old Memories Intact
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Spontaneous Employee Dances
This Electric Slide at Microsoft Store Video Makes Me Glad I Buy Apple
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Survive The Titanic Adventure Slide
Bad Taste Inflatable Fun
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Modern Slideshows
The Photo 'Slide Lamp'
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First Real Phone/Camera Hybrid
Samsung G800 Slider
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Negative Lighting
Marcovici Makes Lampshades From Old Slides, Negatives and Reels
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Slides in the Work Place
Extremely Fun Downward Spirals for Sheffield Office Workers
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Water Slide Flying
Taking Off to New Heights With a Lot of Speed and Some H2O
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Red Bull HQ
Slide Down to Meetings
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Lovely Layered Seating
The Slip 'n' Slide Catacaos Chair by Otero Design Studio
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Touch-Screen Slider Pianos
The iPiano Concept is a Dream For Apple Addicts
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Novel Mouse Slides Over Keyboard
Swiftpoint Slider
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Geeky Doormats
‘Slide to Unlock' Shows iPhone Love
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Wiimote Weather Forecasts
Houston Newscaster Changes Slides, Plays Tennis
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Slide Seating
Lapsi Children's Chair Creates a Groovy Comfortable Reading Area
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Fun Takes on Food Traditions
Noodle Slide Brings Yummy Japanese Somen Ritual Home
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Sliding Design
Jakub Stedina's Slide Open Scale
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Playfully Serious Designs
Nik Bentel Studio Pivots from the Whimsical to the Playfully Serious
Visceral Record Turntables
Orbit Kinetic Turntable Revels in Music Through Flipping Wooden Tiles
Sliding Display Handheld Consoles
The Anbernic RG Slide Has a 4.7-Inch LTPS LCD Screen
Humorous Cocktail-Inspired Pull Designs
The Buzzballz Pool is Affordable and Hilarious
Pocket-Sized Fidget Toy
Slider-Gamemackey Combines Retro Gaming Buttons with Fidget Puzzle Action
Bright Playful Sport Playgrounds
LEGO and Nike Reimagine Sports as Playful Learning in Shanghai
Tilted Lounge Chairs
The Tilt Chair by Manuela Hirschfeld Shifts from Seat to Lounger
Playful Children's Library Designs
Studio Vapore Creates a Whimsical Children's Library
Collaborative Kid-Focused Sensory Balls
Biggest Little and Sundae Kids Debut 'Balls on Wheels'
Modern Transformative Child Walkers
The Jumbo walker concept grows with your child stages.
Psychologist-Designed Educational Toys
ThinkPsych Spotlights Its Line of Therapeutic Games & Tools
Compact Outdoor Tables
This porTable table concept transforms into seating for four in seconds
Kid-Focused Water Brands
Wave Kids Has Introduced an Innovative Approach to Children's Hydration
Stress-Reducing Pet Products
PetSafe® Offers Stress-Free Solutions for Busy Pet Owners
Decor-Friendly Developmental Toys
Playcor's Design-Forward Toys are Made to Display
Playful Learning Collections
IKEA Open House Miami Has Child-Focused Designs for Miami Art Week
Viral Satisfying ASMR Toys
MGA Entertainment's Slime Life Turns Digital Trends into Physical Play
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Playlist-Paired Body Washes
Slate Body Turns Daily Hygiene into a Sensorial Escape
Playful Outdoor Seating
The New Raw Collection Makes Lounging More Fun with 3d-Printed Designs
Iconic Sandal Line Expansions
REEF Debuts Four New Footwear Styles for Its Fanning Lineup
Cubic Industrial Phone Models
This Minimalist Phone Concept by Keziah Mendjisky is Utilitarian
Shape‑shifting Retreats
This Modular Off‑Grid House Adapts to Natural Sites with Expandable Walls
Tactile Focus Desk Devices
Plable by Kaira Majahan Is a One-Button Task Companion
Interchangeable Sling Chairs
Lisboa Lounge Chair by Keiji Takeuchi Uses a Swappable Seat System
Modernized Nostalgic Toys
Tin Can Offers a Novel Approach to Children's Communication
Modular Play Chairs
Nugget's Smore Chair is Made to Take Apart, Rebuild and Transform
Imaginative Modern Outdoor Furniture
Thomas Heatherwick Designs the In-Side Collection for Magis
Colorful Bath Ball Toys
Biggest Little’s B is for Ball is Modern and Thoughtfully Reimagined
Playful Modular Kids Sofas
The Twiny Sofa System Turns into a Table and Play Zone Within Seconds
Elevated Urban Skate Venues
AAN Architects Designs Suspended Skatepark Overlooking Shanghai
Backyard Electric Ride-Ons
Garvee Launched its 'Ride-On Toys Collection'
African Craft Heritage Slides
The Adidas Wales Bonner Adilette Slides Come in Two Hues
Immersive Cartoon Theme Parks
Six Flags' Looney Tunes Land Brings Classic Characters to Life
Summer-Ready Comfortable Sandal Designs
BEARPAW Launches Its Spring/Summer Footwear Collection
Groundbreaking Swimwear Constructions
onewith is Fundamentally Reimagining Swimsuit Design
Accessible Home Lines
IKEA's BÄSINGEN Collection Makes Accessibility Stylish and Seamless
Redefining Screen-Free Cameras
Camp Snap Arrives at Target as a Mindful Disconnection
Tech-Enriched Sports Equipment
The 'GOAL' Concept by Yewon Lee Encourages Physical Activity
Rerfeshed Historic Workspaces
Daytrip’s Cloisters Interiors Boasts Modern Furniture Design
Modular Playground Systems
Nolmo Garden Playground Uses Replaceable Components for Long-Term Use
Wooden Rocking Benches
The IKEA PS 2026 Collection Includes a Playful Solid Pine Seating Solution
Stress-Reducing Cleaning Songs
IKEA's Tidy Up Tune Gets Kids Engaged in Household Tidying
Hybrid Indoor Play Spaces
Jumpin' Jellybeans Expertly Merges Play with Wellness
Accessible Amusement Park Concepts
Efteling and Vekoma Present the Seat-On-Wheels Concept
Bubble Wrap Billboards
Tombola's Interactive Billboards Engage Passersby with a Sensory Activity
Immersive Queue Displays
Samsung Transforms Everland Wait Lines with Interactive 3D Safari Visuals
NYC Apartment Renovations
The Brooklyn Loft Revamp Blends Industrial Heritage with Playful Design
Dual-Function Play Swings
The Birddy Swing Feeds Birds When Kids Aren’t Playing
Infant Wellness Play Collections
Fisher-Price Introduces its Mini Me Moments Capsule for Babies
Modernism-Themed Residence Collections
Lindal Homes Presents its Evolve Collection of Homes
Activity Gear Billboards
Ocean Spray's Reclaim Happy Hour Activation Got Australians Up & Moving
Vibrant Cafeteria-Inspired Campaigns
Lunchtime Becomes a Joyous Time in 'The Lunchables Effect'
Interactive Mealtime Plates
Tej Belkhode Designs the Platoo Interactive Sensory Meal Plate
Swimming-Focused Branding Initiatives
British Swim School Debuts Jump on It Campaign
Inclusive Playground Designs
Brighton Area Schools Focuses on Expanding Access to Playgrounds
Supermarket-Inspired Slime Toys
Zuru Slime Mart Shares Baskets & Bags with Food-Like Sensory Toys
Heritage Sound Playgrounds
Hornscape Playground transforms play into a musical experience
Customizable Tanning Pools
SLOOSH Launched a Mix-and-Match Inflatable Tanning Pool Collection
Childhood Connection-Promoting Benches
Coated Outdoor Furniture Debuts Its New Buddy Bench Product
Colorful Poolside Art Inflatables
The Cdm30 Lounger Turns Kinetic Art into a Bold Summer Float
Custom Adaptive Slipper Designs
Swapz Modular Slippers Redefine Comfort with Style & Eco Design
Enriching High Chair Accessories
The Hauck Play Tray Creates an Instant Activity Station
Adventurous Versatile Lounge Chairs
The Flipster Seat by Wigiwama has Modular Forms
All-in-One Splash Pads
The Turtle Splash & Bubbles is a Splash Pad and Bubble Maker in One
Science-Backed Wooden Installations
Kristina Pulejkova Creates the Seed Stories Installation
Mental Health Toy Curations
Timeless Toys' D.O.S.E of Play Helps Kids Manage Stress & Anxiety
Tactile Learning Board Games
Toddler Plus Teaches Sequencing Through Sliding Peg Movement
Organic Urban Playgrounds
The Boulder Park Brings 3D-Printed Boulder Design into Community Play
Heated Waterpark Escapes
South Seas Island Resort Offers a Winter-Proof Adventure in Florida
Pool Reinvention Campuses
The Waltham Forest College Pool Chanfe Becomes a Flexible Teaching Hub
Burger-Themed Slime Sets
The Slime Life Cheeseburger DIY Slime Kit Has Layers of Fun
Repair-Friendly School Chairs
The Carrousel Chair Allows 3d Print Wearable Parts for Maintenance
Fantasy World Theme Parks
Disney Builds Real-Life Arendelle with World of Frozen
Mineral-Like Slide Capsules
The Onsen Collection II Introduces Muted Mineral Colorways
Industrial Thermal Spaces
Recess Thermal Station is a Hydrotherapy Bathhouse in Montréal
Convertible Outdoor Packs
ONE Square01 Backpack Transforms into Seat and Water Carrier
Abstract Colorfully Vibrant Playscapes
100architects Designs the Wired Scape Playground
First-Of-Its-Kind Playspace Designs
Cloudbound Has Opened a New Playspace in New Rochelle, NY
All-Terrain Outdoor Accessibility Programs
Texas State Parks Debuts Specialized Hiking Devices
Interactive Architectural Pavilions
The Folding Landscape Pavilion Turns Design into a Living Lens
Smart Recipe Assistants
Slide Dish Helps You Create Personalized Recipes With What You Have
IP-Based Kids Games
Netflix Turns Shows into Play Experiences
Premium Slip-On Loafers
Ferrari Introduces the Slide Loafers with a Classic Leather Build
Renovated Multi-Gen Homes
The N°7 Bretscha House Adapts a 1960s Residence for Three Generations
Kid-Friendly Synth Kits
The Four-Step Sequencer Synthesizer Introduces Simple Music Play
Accessibility Infrastructure Enhancement Partnerships
SMILE Mass and Volunteer Ventures Partner
Redesigning Restful Moments
The ANEW Project Turns Daily Objects into Mini Retreats
Multi-Stage Baby Walkers
Step-N-Play Walker Transforms into Climbing Unit, Table, & Storage System
Grown-Up Recess Events
Perfect Day is Hosting Recess for Adults in Brooklyn's Prospect Park
Retro Phone-Free Events
Before the Internet is on a Mission to Reconnect People in Real Life
Educational Sensory-Support Tools
Ted Kangaroo Increases Availability of Its Sensory Product Range
Creative Kid's Drawings
Joyful Outlines Inspires Creativity in Kids with Fun, Educational Themes
Innovative Outdoor Play Solutions
YangQing Debuts the Turtle Splash & Bubbles Toy
Multigenerational Shingle Homes
Lil Shingle by Best Practice Architecture Transforms a 1950s Home
Modular Friendly Travel Systems
Evenflo Launched a Transformer Stroller to Wagon Travel System
Space-Themed Playscape
Welcome Little Stranger by Walter Van Beirendonck Creates Immersive Play
Shipping Container Floating Saunas
Nick Polansky Creates the Fjord Floating Sauna in San Fran
Nostalgic Camping Gear
HAY's Camping Collection References Retro Forms with Updated Materials
Active Play Fair Presentations
JOYIN Gears Up to Present at Spielwarenmesse 2026
Adaptive Family Homes
Carlton Cottage Extension Rethinks Terrace Living for Flexibility
Slatted Folding Chairs
PLANK Introduces the Modern Theo Folding Chair Design
Simplistically Shaped Geometric Chairs
Liam de la Bedoyere Designs the New Sitter Chair Concept
Lakeside Family Retreats
The Muskoka Lakeside Cottage Melds Rugged Site with Refined Family Living
Children-Designed Pavilions
Hi Ladders High Shows How Design Can Shape Inclusive Public Spaces
Utilitarian Design Series
D/Partment Introduces Functional Pieces for the Modern Home
Social Entertainment Apps
BuzzWheel Turns Group Gatherings Into Interactive Challenge Experiences
Cognitive Play Platforms
Toddlr Offers Educational Games for Kids with Balanced Screen Time
Community-Centric Sculptural Installations
Naoto Fukasawa & Jakuets Design the Playful Sculptures
Renovated Water Parks
The Okana Resort & Indoor Waterpark is Ready for Operation
Layered Hillside Villas
The Villa Boe Steps Along a Hillside with Layered Indoor-Outdoor Living
30-Hour Music Events
The Infinite Now Builds Sleep into the Experience with Beds and Hammocks
Chic Comfort-Focused Sliders
Oliver Thomas Boast the Wingwoman Comfort Recovery Slide
Analog Nostalgia Installations
Back to Basics II Celebrates Retro Tech with Vivid Paper Sculptures
Retro Pastel Flip Clocks
Minimalist Flip Clock Concept Brings Retro Charm for Modern Desks
Perforated Steel Seating
A Stamping Chair Blending Industrial Punch with Playful Precision
Industrial Pipe Seating
The Venture Seating System Repurposes Oil Industry Steel Tubing to Benches
Coastal Terraced Villas
Villa Boë in Indonesia Turns Steep Slope Constraints into Design Advantage
Presentation Design Support
Slidejoy is an In-House Alternative for Startups and Businesses
Public Playground Installations
Welcome Little Stranger is a Sculptural Playground Built in Genk
Civic-Inspired Bathing Spaces
RECESS by Future Simple Studio Rethinks Spa Culture as Social Ritual
IP-Driven Attraction Reimagining
Disney Refreshes Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster With The Muppets
Interactive Public Pavilions
The Radius Transformation Pavilion Lets Visitors Shape Space
Casual Game Discovery Apps
PizzaSlice Helps Users Find Relaxing, Chill Indie Games Easily
Presentation Creation Tools
SlideGenie Creates Ready-Made Presentations Quickly and Easily
Structural Energetic Playgrounds
The Archipelago Playscape is a Children's Museum Playground
Tranquil Reading Seating
Chapters Furniture Collection Rethinks Seating with Reading Forms
Family Cafe Play Spaces
The Willow Cafe and Play Space Combines Adult Seating with Play Zones
Industrial Scaffolding Furniture
Estrade Repurposes Construction Scaffolding into Steel Furniture
Adaptive Public Seating
The ADP Bench Encourages Playful Engagement in Public Seating Furniture
Slide Video Converters
Pictory AI Slide Stories Turns Presentations Into Lifelike Videos
Hillside Embedded Residences
The House in the Slope Harmonizes Architecture with Riverside Terrain
Archaeologically Inspired Play Areas
XISUI Design Developed the Cishan Tribe Outdoor Play Area
Seesaw-Like Playful Benches
Martin Binder Designs the Balance Bench with Oak Slats
Durable Sliding Door Systems
Euro-Wall Has Introduced the Horizon Multi Slide
Antique Children's Carousel Attractions
City Museum Embraces Whimsicality and Nostalgia
Beach-Inspired Desk Trios
The Deskterior Set Features a Sun Lamp, Card Holder & Sandcastle Bank
Branch-Like Umbrella Stands
The Aghsan Reimagines the Umbrella Stand as a Quiet Ritual After Rain
Low-Impact Garden Dwellings
The Senior Shelter Offers a Connected Space for Aging Family Members
Birdhouse Design Projects
Birdhouse by Kids Translates Children’s Sketches into Built Structures