# Stylish Cycle Stops The Planter Bike Rack Also Boasts Public Seating and a Bit of Greenery By Meghan Young | Published 2011-05-18 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planter-bike-rack References: [designbuzz](http://www.designbuzz.com/entry/planter-bike-rack-to-erase-off-parking-blues/) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Planter-Bike-Rack/1427575) Cycling season is pretty much upon us and that means there is going to be a plethora of bikes being parked along sidewalks, especially in the downtown core of certain cities; enter the [Planter Bike Rack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfwatering-planter-propagation-station). This simple yet clever design re-imagines the typical [bike rack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargomate-bike-rack) in order to give it new life, while also sprucing up city streets. Conceived by South Korean designer Simon, the Planter Bike Rack is not only equipped with four racks, but it also boasts [public seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-bench) and a bit of greenery in its center. As an entry in the New York City Racks Competition, this rack should top the list considering its many amazing qualities. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 8% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Multi-functional Bike Racks:** Designing bike racks with additional features such as seating and greenery to add value and enhance the urban landscape. - **Sustainable Urban Design:** Incorporating sustainable elements into urban design such as greenery to improve air quality and aesthetics. - **Innovative Public Seating:** Designing seating areas that integrate with the urban environment to create a comfortable and cohesive public space. ### Where This Applies - **Urban Planning:** Creating innovative solutions for integrating cycling infrastructure and greenery into urban spaces to enhance the biking experience and improve the city. - **Landscape Architecture:** Providing sustainable and aesthetic designs for green spaces and developing unique planters that function as both bike racks and seating. - **Transportation:** Developing innovative bike rack designs that improve safety, convenience, and aesthetic appeal to encourage cycling and reduce carbon emissions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Urban Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planter-300.md) - [Bike-Friendly Outdoor Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinajarro-bench.md) - [Tri-Functional Bicycle Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trifunctional-bicycle-rack.md) - [Rainwater Multifunctional Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raindrop-1.md) - [Modular Bike Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonder-x-skarper.md) - [Smart Bike Docking Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bike-docking-station.md) - [Modular Cargo-Ready Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargorida.md) - [Horizontal Automotive Bike Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ktop-bike-rack.md) - [Basket-Inspired Smart Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloom-engine-spot.md)