# Lofty Bus Stops 'Elevated Bench' by Itay Ohaly Removes Reposing Pedestrians from the Roads By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-01-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-bench-by-itay-ohaly References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2011/01/elevated-benches-offer-a-new-way-to-experience-the-urban-landscape.html) & [ohaly](http://www.ohaly.com/) Whether you're walking or driving, streets are for streamlined movement, so this [urban installation project](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-furniture-concept) called 'Elevated Bench' by Itay Ohaly separates speed and stillness. Giving tired foot travelers a private place to repose, these quirky [city sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1) comprise custom-built spiral staircases that climb up traffic lights and lamp posts in Belgium. By finding chairs atop sets of steps and against brick buildings, pedestrians gain invaluable new perspectives and views from [special seating arrangements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adp-bench) thanks to 'Elevated Bench' by Itay Ohaly. Photo Credits: [Designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/12866/itay-ohaly-elevated-bench.html) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Urban Installation Projects:** There is an opportunity for designers to create more urban installations projects that can help improve urban life experience and efficiency. - **Alternative Public Spaces:** The creation of alternative public spaces can offer more options for pedestrians, and there is the possibility to innovate on improving public infrastructure. - **Architectural Design Innovations:** There is a potential for architects and designers to create more innovative architectural designs that aim to enhance urban life experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Urban Planning:** Urban planning and development can play an essential role in creating more practical urban spaces and infrastructure. - **Architecture:** Architects have the opportunity to use their expertise to create new and innovative urban installations that provide benefits previously unavailable in traditional urban spaces. - **Public Transportation:** Public transportation systems can be augmented with alternative public spaces, thereby promoting better urban planning and improving commuting experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Public Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-public-seating.md) - [Bike-Friendly Outdoor Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinajarro-bench.md) - [Repurposed Brick Public Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brick-public-furniture.md) - [Urban Solar Charging Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perovia.md) - [Rotating Solar Powered Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eness-1.md) - [Muscle Loss-Combating Playground Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playground-bench.md) - [Inclusive Modular Cityscape Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-bench.md) - [Bold Motion Bench Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheelbench-krllermller-edition.md) - [Sculptural Gravity Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-bench.md)