# Communal Downtown Public Markets Pike Place Public Market in Seattle Supports Artisans & Farmers By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-11-20 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/public-market-in-seattle References: [pikeplacemarket.org](http://pikeplacemarket.org/overview) This public market in Seattle is a hot spot for experiencing the city's vibrant and artistic atmosphere. Known as the '[Pike Place](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/northwest-ipa) Market,' the space satisfies multiple functions while contributing to the preservation of historic architecture. On one hand, the neighborhood supports artisan and farming communities by providing a direct connection to consumers. The streets are filled with [small business activations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-valencia), skilled craftspeople, and farmers who sell their work and produce. In doing so, Pike Place not only satisfies the role of an incubator but also gives consumers access to unique and healthy products. On the other hand, the public market in Seattle provides a "safety net for those in [...] who are most vulnerable" through affordable housing for low-income individuals. Its dedication to local communities and economies makes the Pike Place Market a must-see destination for travelers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Social Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialbusiness) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Communal Public Markets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expanding communal public markets to support local artisans and farming communities in other cities and regions. - **Direct-to-consumer Connection:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating platforms or spaces that facilitate direct connections between artisans, farmers, and consumers, bypassing traditional retail channels. - **Affordable Housing Initiatives:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing affordable housing initiatives within public market spaces to support low-income individuals and communities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Artisan and Craft Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating technology and e-commerce platforms to help artisan and craft businesses reach a larger customer base. - **Agriculture and Farming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implementing innovative farming techniques and technologies within public market environments to increase productivity and sustainability. - **Real Estate and Housing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring new models of affordable housing within public market spaces, such as modular housing or co-living concepts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nature-Centered City Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/visit-seattle.md) - [Third-Party Artisanal Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michaels.md) - [Industrial Food Hall Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pullman-market.md) - [Nature-Inspired Brick Properties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/populus-seattle.md) - [Torontonian Civic Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st-lawrence-market-north.md) - [Restored Market Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feskekrka.md) - [D2C Artisan Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artisan-marketplace1.md) - [Hybrid Community Supermarkets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-after-market.md) - [Aquarium Park Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lmn-architect.md)