# Symbolic Bike Barriers The Amulet Line of Knots Prevents People from Parking in Certain Spaces By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-04-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-barriers References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/art/konya2023-takako-takeuchi-unauthorized-parking-amulet-barrier-04-25-2014/) & [konya2023.travelers-project.info](http://konya2023.travelers-project.info/) The Amulet Line of Knots by Konya2023 and Takako Takeuchi was put in place to keep people from parking in spots that weren't theirs. The [bike barriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonder-x-skarper) were set up in a locals garage, since he was becoming frustrated with how little space he had to put his own modes of transportation. According to DesignBoom, "the Kekkai structure is based on japanese shrines and consists of a circle, knots, and columns, all of which are important elements in shinto culture." Therefore, not only does the Amulet Line of Knots serve a practical purpose, but it's also extremely symbolic. The design sections off certain parking spots, but it also indicates that the area is private property, and that the spaces have already been reserved. Who knew all of this could be symbolized with rope and string? Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/art/konya2023-takako-takeuchi-unauthorized-parking-amulet-barrier-04-25-2014/), [konya2023.travelers-project.info](http://konya2023.travelers-project.info/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Symbolic Bike Barriers:** The use of symbolic elements in bike barriers presents an innovative way to prevent unauthorized parking. - **Shrines-inspired Design:** The incorporation of elements from Japanese shrines in bike barrier design offers a unique and aesthetic approach to space allocation. - **Symbolic Representation with Rope and String:** The utilization of rope and string to symbolize reserved parking spaces demonstrates a creative application of simple materials. ### Where This Applies - **Urban Planning:** Incorporating symbolic bike barriers in urban planning can help optimize parking spaces and reduce unauthorized parking. - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can explore incorporating symbolic elements inspired by cultural influences into their urban infrastructure projects. - **Parking Management:** Integrating conceptual bike barriers into parking management systems can enhance space allocation and deter unauthorized parking. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Three-in-One Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-bike-lock.md) - [Train-Inspired Wayfinding Markers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wayfinding-markers.md) - [Broken Bike Lock Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/people-and-places.md) - [Connected Chain Link Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linka-lasso.md) - [Nature-Inspired Urban Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kriskadecor-1.md) - [Underwater Bicycle Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ijboulevard.md) - [Bike-Friendly Outdoor Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinajarro-bench.md) - [Horizontal Automotive Bike Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ktop-bike-rack.md) - [Cyclist Safety Light Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-safety-device.md)