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# Undersea-themed Carousels
The Battery SeaGlass Trades Ponies and Unicorns for Sea Creatures

By Meghan Young | Published 2013-04-25 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battery-seaglass
References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2013/04/underwater-carousel.html) & [thebattery.org](http://www.thebattery.org/)

The Battery SeaGlass is a fun revamp of the [classic carousel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-carousel-bloomingdales). In place of the traditional ponies and unicorns, this merry-go-round offers 30 underwater-themed seats. From dolphins and turtles to clownfish and other marine life, children and adults alike can imagine that they are mermaids on an exciting adventure.

Located in one of New York's oldest public parks, the Battery SeaGlass was designed by [WXY Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storm-king). Inspired by the original New York Aquarium, the Battery SeaGlass takes on a spiralling nautilus shape. It comes complete with [fiber optic and LED lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tim-burton-light-trail), accompanied by an oceanic soundtrack, to create a dreamy glow as if people really were underwater.

The Battery SeaGlass carousel provides a new experience for visitors. It is set to open this upcoming fall in Manhattan.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.3/10
- Popularity: 23% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Undersea-themed Carousels:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing immersive and interactive experiences for carousel rides to attract and engage a wider audience.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Amusement Park Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating themed carousels and unique experiences to differentiate from competitors and enhance visitor satisfaction.
- **Architectural Design Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating innovative and visually captivating carousel designs that challenge traditional concepts and attract attention from potential clients.
- **Sound and Lighting Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing specialized sound and lighting systems for undersea-themed carousels to enhance the overall experience and create a unique atmosphere.

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