# Cultured Playground Artists turn to public play areas as a source of creative expression. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Jul 25, 2014 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/cultured-playground ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.9/10 - Evidence articles: 3 ## What is the Cultured Playground trend? **Cultured Playground:** Seeking greater exposure, artists are turning to familial, public landscapes as a form of creative expression. Turning playgrounds into art installations and sources of education, artists are using childhood activities to expose consumers to new and unorthodox designs. Thus, adding a comforting approach to methods of art and culture. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 3 featured examples - Articles from: Aug 7, 2013 to Jan 27, 2014 - Published: Jul 25, 2014 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Co-creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/co-creation), [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Many to Many](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/many-to-many) ## Audience - Gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Cultured Playground trend ### Art installations in public spaces The trend of turning public spaces into art installations is gaining traction, with artists choosing playgrounds as a canvas for creative expression. ### Eco-friendly playgrounds There is a growing trend towards using recycled and sustainable materials to create innovative playgrounds that are fun for children while being environmentally friendly. ### Abstract playground designs Designers are moving away from traditional playground equipment and designing abstract playgrounds that encourage children to engage their imagination and creativity. ## What the Cultured Playground trend means for industry ### For Art and Design The art and design industry can benefit from the trend of turning public spaces, such as playgrounds, into art installations. ### For Sustainability The sustainability industry can take advantage of the trend of using recycled and sustainable materials to create eco-friendly playgrounds. ### For Playground Equipment Manufacturing The playground equipment manufacturing industry can benefit from the trend of designing abstract and customizable playgrounds that encourage creativity and imagination. ## Trend signals for Cultured Playground Trend score 4.9 out of 10, from popularity 75%, activity 66%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 75% - Activity: 66% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Cultured Playground trend 3 featured examples from Aug 7, 2013 to Jan 27, 2014. - [Imaginatively Abstract Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-play): Free Play by Dan Schreibman Feeds Children's Creativity (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Manufacturing companies that specialize in producing innovative playground equipment. - [Hammock Public Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offground-installation): The Off-Ground Installation is Part Playground, Part Retreat (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The Off-Ground installation presents an opportunity for furniture designers to create innovative, off-ground seating solutions using unconventional materials. - [Random Crimson Playground Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-swing-project): The Red Swing Project Brings Back Childlike Fun and Enjoyment (Category: Social Good) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in the creation of unconventional and interactive art installations. ## Recent trend clusters - [Sensory Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sensory-packaging) (Art & Design) - [Autonomy Stacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/autonomy-stacks) (Tech) - [Channel Blending](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/channel-blending) (Fashion) - [Aromatic Bodycare](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/aromatic-bodycare) (Fashion) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Fruit-Inspired Cleaning Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vilada-punch) - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) - [Textural Furniture Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-designs-blu-dot) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)