# Beautiful Bike Racks Stylish Outdoor Bicycle Storage By Tinkalicious | Published 2008-11-29 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-and-stylish-racks-for-your-bike References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/category/bike) & [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/category/bike) Even though the price of gas has fallen somewhat, there are still a lot of people that use their bikes to get around. One of the biggest problems is both where and how to [secure your bike when parking it](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bike-docking-station). These three [innovative and attractive](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonder-x-skarper) ideas solve the problem while providing a a great aesthetic. In order of appearance, the Marguerite from Italian, Yoann Henry Yvon Lopez, The Elevacion from Adeline Thong (which doubles as a seat) and the (New York) City Rack from Ilya Tach and Mikita Gutsalenko. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 98% | 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) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Stylish Bicycle Storage:** Creative and chic bike storage solutions are gaining traction as an aesthetic feature in outdoor spaces. - **Multipurpose Bike Racks:** Bike racks that serve multiple functions, such as seating or public art, are gaining popularity in cities. - **Smart Bike Parking Systems:** High-tech bike parking systems using sensors and apps are revolutionizing urban bike parking. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Innovative bike storage designs offer opportunities for architects and designers to incorporate functional and aesthetic elements into outdoor spaces. - **Public Art:** Creative bike racks and storage solutions can also serve as public art installations, providing opportunities for artists and designers to beautify outdoor spaces. - **Smart City Infrastructure:** Smart bike parking systems and secure bicycle storage solutions offer opportunities for companies specializing in smart city technology and infrastructure. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Architectural Midcentury Bike Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draken-bicycle-stand.md) - [Tri-Functional Bicycle Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trifunctional-bicycle-rack.md) - [Foldable Flatpack Bike Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ahha-toaster-bike-rack.md) - [Bike-Friendly Outdoor Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinajarro-bench.md) - [Stylish Space-Saving Exercise Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theo-exercise-bike.md) - [Horizontal Automotive Bike Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ktop-bike-rack.md) - [Modular Bike Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonder-x-skarper.md) - [Tubular Metallic Bike Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargomate-bike-rack.md) - [Motor-Assisted Bicycle Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorassisted-bicycle-rack.md)