# Modern Public Soapboxes The Speaker's Chair Gives Voice to the Copenhagen Community By Meghan Young | Published 2010-10-02 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speaker-s-chair References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2010/09/street-furniture-operates-as-sustainability-intervention.html) & [sophiealexandrine](http://sophiealexandrine.com/index.php?/furniture/speakers-chair/) Designed for both political and [sustainable purposes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeitraum), the Speaker's Chair is an interesting [seat and pedestal hybrid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atypical-chair). In general, it is a [public furniture piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adp-bench) that will probably be used more informally than anything else. It was, however, inspired by the global climate summit in Copenhagen to "ignit[e] conversation during public assemblies," as PSFK reports. Designed by Sofie Alexandrine Kjaergaard, the Speaker's Chair "takes debate from the hands of the elite to a wider audience," as PSFK further elaborates. What an admirable design. I wonder if anyone took a stand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Public Furniture Innovation:** The Speaker's Chair demonstrates how innovative design can enhance public spaces and encourage community engagement. - **Informal Public Dialogue:** The use of the Speaker's Chair for informal discussions showcases a trend towards more open and accessible community conversations. - **Sustainable Design Solutions:** The eco-friendly approach of the Speaker's Chair aligns with the growing trend of incorporating sustainability into urban furniture. ### Where This Applies - **Urban Design:** The urban design industry can explore opportunities to create more interactive and engaging public furniture pieces like the Speaker's Chair, fostering community connectivity. - **Sustainable Architecture:** In the field of sustainable architecture, there is potential to incorporate innovative designs such as the Speaker's Chair to promote sustainable and functional urban environments. - **Community Engagement:** The application of the Speaker's Chair in facilitating community dialogue and active citizen participation presents opportunities for businesses focused on community engagement initiatives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Public Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-public-seating.md) - [Interactive Purposeful Urban Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-furniture1.md) - [Playful Public Seating Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-public-seating.md) - [Swivelling Marbled Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/landmark-project.md) - [Public-Oriented Furniture Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furniture-for-public-use.md) - [Sustainably Minded Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conscious-chair.md) - [Recycled Dynamic Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bultan-chair.md) - [Curvaceous Padded Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/talk-chair.md) - [Adaptable Outdoor Seat Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monom-seater-concept.md)