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# Revolving Viewing Decks
The Ericsson Globe SkyView is Essentially a Giant Ferris Wheel

By Zoe Badley | Published 2010-05-08 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ericsson-globe-skyview
References: [thecoolhunter.net](http://www.thecoolhunter.net/article/detail/1722/on-top-of-the-world--the-rise-of-the-obervation-deck) & [globearenas.se](http://www.globearenas.se/en/skyview.aspx)

There’s something about heights and [transparent observation decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cn-tower-renovation) that give me the heebie-jeebies, but the Ericsson Globe SkyView's new addition has me changing my mind. The SkyView is an orb that climbs along the side of the Ericsson Globe to give a terrifying but mind-blowing view of Stockholm.

The Ericsson Globe SkyView orb holds up to 16 passengers and a trip up takes about three minutes, whereas a round trip takes 20 minutes. The SkyView “scale the Globe on rails operating based on ski-lift technology” and the best part is that the [orbs are made out of glass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sphere-vehicle).

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.5/10
- Popularity: 18% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Revolving Viewing Decks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a mobile app that provides augmented reality information and interactive experiences for users while they are on the revolving viewing deck.
- **Transparent Observation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a new type of transparent material that enhances the visibility and safety features of observation decks, attracting more visitors.
- **Orb-based Attractions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and construct orb-shaped attractions that can be implemented in various locations, such as amusement parks or natural landmarks, providing unique viewing experiences.

### Where This Applies

- **Tourism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate virtual reality technology into tourism experiences, allowing tourists to visit popular attractions around the world from the comfort of their homes.
- **Architecture and Construction:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable and self-sufficient observation deck designs that incorporate renewable energy sources, minimizing environmental impact.
- **Transportation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine the concept of a revolving viewing deck with a high-speed train system to provide passengers with breathtaking views during their journey.

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