# Redesigning the Merry-Go-Round for the Twenty First Century By Ben Preiss | Published 2007-07-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redesigning-the-merry-go-round-for-the-twenty-first-century References: [wired](http://www.wired.com/culture/design/magazine/15-07/st_nydive#) & [wystudio](http://www.wystudio.com/carousel/) Manhattan's Battery Park is to get [carousel inspired by its waterfront location](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lmn-architect) as designed by the architects at Weisz + Yoes. This isn't the merry-go-round of your childhood memories; this is transparent changing sea fantasy of jumping dolphins, turtles and other sea creatures that use hi-tech media to simulate a deep sea dive. **Implications** - While the initial goal may have been create something that would illuminate the park after dark, this project quickly turned into much, much more. What differentiates this from a traditional carousel is that the seats are made of "translucent fiberglass molded into dolphins, turtles, clownfish and other marine life." It will also be located in a turnable that has a [360-degree view](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transmutation-observatory) and best of all, it will mimic what it is like to dive to the ocean floor. How cool is that?! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Transparent Fiberglass Seats:** The use of translucent fiberglass molded into marine life shapes in carousel seats presents an opportunity for innovative and immersive experiences. - **360-degree View Carousels:** Carousels with a turnable that offers a 360-degree view provide a unique and captivating ride experience for visitors. - **Hi-tech Media Integration:** The integration of hi-tech media technologies in carousels allows for the simulation of deep sea dives, opening up possibilities for new and interactive attractions. ### Where This Applies - **Amusement Parks:** Amusement parks can explore incorporating transparent fiberglass seats in their carousels to enhance the visual appeal and interactivity of their rides. - **Tourism:** The tourism industry can leverage 360-degree view carousels as unique attractions to attract visitors and differentiate their offerings. - **Entertainment Technology:** The entertainment technology industry can develop innovative hi-tech media integration solutions for carousels and other theme park rides, creating immersive and interactive experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Musical-Themed Kinetic Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daydreamer.md) - [Fashion House Festive Carousels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carousel-of-dreams.md) - [Heritage Sound Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hornscape-playground.md) - [Interactive Kinetic Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-kinetic-sculptures.md) - [Kinetic Musical Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/musical-bench.md) - [Artfully Rotating Glass Pillars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panorama.md) - [Floating Marine Park Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smrket.md) - [Interactive Marine Ecosystem Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marine-ecosystem-sculptures.md) - [Nature-Inspired Indoor Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sarit-shani-hay.md)