# Inflatable Interactive Installations Net Blow-up Yokohama by Numen/For Use is Like a Large Web By Meghan Young | Published 2013-11-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/net-blowup-yokohama References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/2013/11/24/inflates-interactive-blow-up/) & [numen.eu](http://www.numen.eu/installations/net/blow-up-yokohama/) The Net Blow-up Yokohama is the next evolutionary step for the [classic inflatable castle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giant-inflatables). It is a [blow-up structure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xenonest) with a mess of black nets within that create various levels to bounce and play around. From the outside, it looks like a captured cloud while the inside is the layer of a gigantic spider. Designed by Numen / For use, a collective made up of Sven Jonke, Christoph Katzler and Nikola Radeljković, the Net Blow-up Yokohama is an [immersive experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radius-transformation-pavilion) with every detail thought out. As written on its website, "The result is a soft object which deforms and mutates with every movement of its temporary habitants. The outer membrane acts both like a "soft box" diffuser of the outside light, or a projection screen in case of inner illumination of the installation." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Interactive Inflatable Structures:** The use of inflatable structures with interactive elements creates immersive and engaging experiences for individuals. - **Immersive Play Environments:** Designing inflatable installations with various levels and interactive components provides individuals with a unique and immersive play experience. - **Dynamic Architectural Design:** The incorporation of inflatable nets and flexible structures in architectural designs allows for constantly changing and adaptable spaces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Event and Entertainment:** The event and entertainment industry can utilize inflatable interactive installations to create memorable and engaging experiences for attendees. - **Theme Parks and Recreation:** Theme parks and recreational facilities can incorporate inflatable structures with interactive elements to enhance the play experience for visitors. - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can explore the use of inflatable and dynamic elements in their projects to create unique and adaptable spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Monumental Air Installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iwagumi-air-scape.md) - [Artful Garden Inflatable Spheres](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/this-is-air.md) - [Inflatable Vibrant Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-dancer.md) - [Airborne Concert Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arka-nova.md) - [Inflated Design Classroom Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intermittent-dome.md) - [Spiky Inflatable Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-sculptures1.md) - [Inflatable Mood Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blow-lamp.md) - [Community-Centric Sculptural Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-sculptures.md) - [Inflated Design Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-as-a-main-material.md)