# Public Transit Swings This Artist Added a Fun Element to the Bay Area Rapid Transit Line By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-09-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bay-area-rabid-transit References: [fastcoexist](https://www.fastcoexist.com/3063483/would-you-take-a-ride-on-a-swing-on-the-subway) & [youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qu8Br-zzkh0) In an effort to make the experience of the Bay Area Rapid Transit line a little more enjoyable for San Francisco commuters, an artist named Hunter Franks created a swing to be installed inside of it temporarily. Hunter Franks explained the project by saying "It's such a ripe environment for some sort of joy or fun or connection to take place, just because it's such a [mundane experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/activation-at-kings-cross) and often seen as a negative thing." In order to install the swing in the Bay Area Rabid Transit line, the artist used heavy-duty carabiners to hold it up -- making for a quick process and ensuring that it could be taken down with no problems when needed. Once the swing was put up, many commuters eagerly hopped on, resulting in a stronger [sense of community](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craig-karl2) due to the lighthearted shared experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Interactive Commuting:** Creating enjoyable and interactive experiences for commuters on public transit systems. - **Mundane Experience Enhancement:** Adding elements of fun and joy to typically monotonous activities for a more positive user experience. - **Community Building Through Shared Experiences:** Fostering a sense of community among commuters by creating shared and lighthearted experiences during their daily transit. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Public Transportation:** Exploring opportunities to improve the commuting experience through innovative and interactive design elements. - **Art and Entertainment:** Utilizing artistic installations and entertainment concepts to enhance everyday experiences and create moments of delight for individuals. - **Urban Development and Infrastructure:** Incorporating creative and community-oriented designs into urban infrastructure to encourage positive interactions among residents and commuters. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dual-Function Play Swings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birddy.md) - [Knitted New York Subways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straphangers-lounge.md) - [Playground-Inspired Seating Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swing-seat.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Color-In Commuter Tunnels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masterpeace-painting.md) - [Artful Cartoonish Canal Bridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canal-skybridge.md) - [Pendulum Public Transport Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siemens.md) - [Minimalist Outdoor Swings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-swing.md) - [Vibrant Public Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rico-gatson.md)