# Massive Metal Hammocks The Cradle by Ball-Nogues Studio is an Uncomfortable Place to Lay Your Head By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2011-05-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cradle-by-ball-nogues-studio References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2011/05/18/cradle-by-ball-nogues-studio/cb_180511_17/) & [ball-nogues](http://www.ball-nogues.com/) Some see a cradle, others see half an eye, but no matter how you look at the Cradle by Ball-Nogues Studio, you are guaranteed to be impressed. The hammock-like [massive metal structure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-view-chair) is undeniably eye-catching. The design was commissioned by the city of Santa Monica and is located on the outside of a [shopping mall](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unbounded-sanctuary). Set in a busy, bustling part of town, the structure receives plenty of traffic and strange looks as many people aren't too sure what to make of these [large steel balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-orb). It's almost tempting to take one of them and start playing a giant pinball game. Cradle by Ball-Nogues Studio is whatever you want it to be and offers a variety of perspectives. Either way, the design puts a creative spin on what can be done with massive metal orbs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Metal Art Installations:** The Cradle by Ball-Nogues Studio showcases the potential for large-scale metal art installations in public spaces. - **Unconventional Hammocks:** The Cradle by Ball-Nogues Studio's hammock-like design presents an opportunity to create unconventional hammocks for public use. - **Interactive Urban Design:** The Cradle by Ball-Nogues Studio's interactive and thought-provoking design highlights the potential for more interactive urban design projects. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry has the potential to create more large-scale and unique metal installations like The Cradle. - **Outdoor Furniture:** The outdoor furniture industry could explore the concept of unconventional and artistic hammocks for public use. - **Urban Planning:** The urban planning industry could consider more interactive and visually stimulating projects like The Cradle to enhance public spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Red Aluminum Walkway Periscopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunset-hammock.md) - [Bubble-Shaped Cribs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bubble-baby-bed.md) - [Curvaceous Outdoor Swings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niu-swing.md) - [Artful Garden Inflatable Spheres](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/this-is-air.md) - [Marbles-Inspired Intricate Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shepherd-studio.md) - [Tranquil Suspended Hanging Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ardh-architect.md) - [Radical Sculptural Art-Like Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palla.md) - [Metal-Centric Playful Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sight-unseen-1.md) - [Accessibility-Enhancing Public Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isometric-studio.md)