# WiFi-Connected Public Benches The 'Sedi' Smart Bench Offers Connectivity, Charging and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-08-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bench References: [homecrux](https://www.homecrux.com/sedi-solar-powered-outdoor-furniture/129423/) & [sedi.au](http://sedi.com.au/) The 'Sedi' smart bench has been designed by Adelaide, Australia-based engineering company Specialised Solutions as a sustainable furniture piece for urban areas that will enhance connectivity for citizens. Crafted using sustainable timber and steel, the bench features solar panels on the top portion to ensure it has an uninterrupted supple of power that isn't reliant on the grid. The benches are outfitted with a number of built-in charging points, offer WiFi and feature a digital screen on the side that will provide information pertaining to public transportation, news and more. The 'Sedi' smart bench is set to retail for $10,000 each and are presently being trialled in various locations in Australia including Flinders University where installation coincided with opening day in August. Image Credit: Sedi ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Urban Furniture:** Developing furniture pieces using sustainable materials and energy sources to enhance connectivity and convenience in urban areas. - **Wifi-enabled Public Amenities:** Integrating WiFi connectivity into public amenities to provide citizens with access to the internet and digital services. - **Smart Bench Technology:** Incorporating digital screens, charging points, and information services into benches to create multifunctional and interactive urban seating. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Opportunity for furniture manufacturers to embrace sustainable materials and innovative designs that cater to the needs of connected urban environments. - **Information Technology:** Expanding WiFi infrastructure and developing software solutions to support the integration of digital services and information displays in public amenities. - **Urban Planning and Design:** Incorporating smart bench technology into urban planning and design strategies to create inclusive and connected public spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Urban Solar Charging Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perovia.md) - [AI-Powered Cityscape Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-urban-furniture.md) - [Rotating Solar Powered Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eness-1.md) - [Rotating Solar-Powered Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-solarpowered-bench-that-spins-ever-so-slowly.md) - [Grid-Connected Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-pavilion.md) - [Traffic Light-Inspired Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traffic-light-bench.md) - [Bike-Friendly Outdoor Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinajarro-bench.md) - [Adaptive Public Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adp-bench.md) - [Solar-Powered Heated Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-solar-seat.md)