# Elevated Park Pathways The 'Loop' by Rastvorgroup Offers an Aerial View of Natural Surroundings By M | Published 2016-06-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-pathway References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/loop-rastvorgroup-park-pathway-design-06-14-2016/) & [rastvorgroup.ua](http://www.rastvorgroup.com.ua/) Roastvorgroup is the design team behind the concept of the 'Loop' that offers cities a [raised park pathway that spirals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/czech-pavilion) above ground as a way to offer unique views of the natural surroundings. The path is formed out of a [circular bridge design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/three-waves-footbridge) that envelops a specific area of focus or natural landmark to allow viewers to see it from all angles and an elevated perspective. The added raised shape allows for viewers to take their time enjoying the sites without creating a standstill traffic block on the more traditional road paths. The 'Loop' is essentially a curved bridge that can be wrapped around trees and more as a way to help consumers engage with the nature in their local parks. The elevated platform allows visitors to view the tree from an unconventional perspective. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/loop-rastvorgroup-park-pathway-design-06-14-2016/), [rastvorgroup.ua](http://www.rastvorgroup.com.ua/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Aerial Park Paths:** Developing elevated park paths offers a new perspective and experience for park-goers. - **Circular Bridge Design:** Utilizing a circular bridge design in park pathways can offer unique angles and views of natural surroundings. - **Nature Engagement:** Encouraging visitors to engage with nature in new and more immersive ways can increase appreciation and protectiveness of natural environments. ### Who This Affects Most - **Park and Recreation:** Innovative park designs can attract more visitors, increase revenue, and offer unique experiences, a competitive edge in the park and recreation industry. - **Design and Architecture:** Exploration of new park design methods and materials to increase creativity can be a game-changer in reimagining the urban landscape. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** Enhanced park experiences can attract tourists and provide a competitive edge in the hospitality and tourism industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Expansive Cycling Covered Highways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-loop-1.md) - [Elevated Park Nature Lookouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amager-nature-park.md) - [Landscape Viewing Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resting-loop-with-views.md) - [Climate-Controlled Cycling Paths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cycling-path.md) - [Elevated Leisure Habitats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-leisure-habitat.md) - [Discreet Architectural Polish Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loop-house.md) - [Urban Portugal Swimming Pools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loop-pool.md) - [Elevated Urban Skate Venues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aan-architects.md) - [Tunnel Six-Lane Highway](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/land-bridge-and-prairie.md)