# Rainbow Street Art Installations The Horst Glasker ‘Scala’ Installation is Beautiful By Sarah Nazim | Published 2012-07-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horst-glasker-scala References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/horst-glasker-rainbow-staircase) & [horst-glaesker.de](http://www.horst-glaesker.de/) This beautiful Horst Glasker ‘Scala’ installation is a [rainbow-colored staircase](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadenza) that can be found in Wuppertal, Germany. What makes this staircase distinct is the fact that there are [words stenciled on each stair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peace-love-joy) that reflect human relationships. Words such as passion, sympathy and love are written in German. This distinct installation makes a huge statement due to its bold colors and location. The sentimental value of [street art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1) is often overlooked; however, for those who can appreciate the art form, it is a great way to encourage positive social change. With so much anger and hate in the world, it is often the little things in life that can make a huge difference. Artists who can think outside the box and not only capture people’s attention, but use it for social good, show resourcefulness as well as creativity. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Sentimental Street Art:** Opportunity for artists to use street art as a means of encouraging positive social change. - **Creative Installation Art:** Artists who think outside the box can use unique installations to captivate audiences and make a social impact. - **Expressive Staircase Art:** The use of words on staircases creates a distinct and meaningful art form that reflects human relationships. ### Where This Applies - **Art:** Artists can explore new mediums and unconventional art forms to provoke emotions and inspire positive change. - **Social Activism:** Using art installations as a tool for social activism and raising awareness about important issues. - **Urban Design:** Incorporating street art and unique installations into urban spaces to enhance aesthetics and create a sense of community. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [immersive artful bright installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chroma-installation.md) - [Sculptural Experimental Artforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ladder-series.md) - [Nature-Inspired Urban Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kriskadecor-1.md) - [Colorful Texture Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorscape-installation.md) - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md) - [Neon Illuminated Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-and-unity.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Colorful Educational Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sparking-change.md) - [Raindrop-Inspired Hospital Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hospital-installation.md)