# Tech-Friendly Rock Installations 'Stein mit Vollausstattung' Charges Laptops and Gives Free WiFi By Meghan Young | Published 2014-03-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stein-mit-vollausstattung References: [fastcoexist](http://www.fastcoexist.com/3028065/this-rock-sculpture-will-charge-your-laptop-and-give-you-free-wi-fi) & [steinmitvollausstattung.de](http://www.steinmitvollausstattung.de/) Stein mit Vollausstattung is a public installation that is set to be introduced to the German city of Dortmund in the next two weeks. It is a rocky island of sorts. But instead of being stranded without any form of communication, it provides charging stations for laptops as well as free access to WiFi. Very tech-friendly, Stein mit Vollausstattung was created by four European artists: Ådlandsvik, Lutz-Rainer Müller, Mark Pepper and Thomas Woll. They were inspired by the rich history of the city, which was devastated by World War II and rebuilt extensively in severe post-war style. Fast Co Exist writes, "First, they wanted to go back to the earliest roots of sculpture--something carved from stone--and make it interactive." Thus, the Stein mit Vollausstattung was born. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Interactive Installations:** Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in creating interactive installations that combine traditional art forms with modern technology. - **Tech-enabled Spaces:** There is potential for disruptive innovation in creating spaces that integrate technology to enhance user experience and provide essential services. - **Digital Connectivity:** Incorporating digital connectivity features, such as WiFi and charging stations, into public spaces can create opportunities for disruptive innovation. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Sculpture:** Innovations in the art and sculpture industry can be focused on merging traditional mediums with cutting-edge technology. - **Hospitality and Public Spaces:** The hospitality and public space industries should consider integrating technology to provide convenient services and enhance customer experiences. - **Smart Cities and Urban Development:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation exist in the smart cities and urban development sector, by incorporating technology and connectivity features into city infrastructure. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unwinding Multifunctional Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/better-energy-charge.md) - [Natural Rock-Imitating Extension Cords](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-gem.md) - [Experiential EV Charging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-charging-lounge.md) - [Generational-Lasting Dynamic Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mike-hewson-2.md) - [Urban Solar Charging Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perovia.md) - [Building Block Tech Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-charger-platform.md) - [Compact Portable Power Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-power-station1.md) - [Interactive Mountain Oracles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whispering-mountains.md) - [Stone Waste Street Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-street-light.md)