# Geometric Stage Designs This Temporary Stage is Designed to Encourage Public Speaking By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-11-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporary-stage References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2015/11/10/didier-faustinos-aa-exhibition-spiky-yellow-stage-public-speaking-london/) & [didierfaustino](http://didierfaustino.com/EN.html) French artist Didier Faustino recently installed a temporary stage in London's Bedford Square. In urban centers, there are few spaces where consumers can engage in [spontaneous public performances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/in-the-assembly-of-lovers). This stage provides a space where anyone can give an impromptu speech or performance. The temporary stage is part of Faustino's 'This is not a Love Song' series. The installation consists of a spiky stage that reassembles a cartoon explosion. The stage is painted a vibrant yellow hue that is easily visible from far away. The stage is designed to encourage spontaneous public speaking and provide a place where anyone can hold an impromptu event. The artist also believes the stage can act as a space for consumers tp hold public debates and discussions. The unique project ultimately combines modern design with elements of social interaction. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Temporary Stage Design:** Opportunity to create temporary stages in urban centers to encourage public speaking and impromptu performances. - **Spontaneous Public Speaking:** Potential for platforms or spaces that allow individuals to give impromptu speeches or performances in a public setting. - **Interactive Social Spaces:** Disruption opportunity to create spaces designed to facilitate public debates and discussions in urban areas. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Event Planning:** Innovative event planning services can capitalize on the trend for temporary stages that encourage spontaneous public speaking. - **Creative Arts:** Opportunities for artists and designers to create unique stage designs that promote public engagement and interaction. - **Urban Development:** Urban development projects can incorporate interactive social spaces that facilitate public debates and discussions as part of community building. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Inflatable-Orb Stage Set Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whomadewho.md) - [Dynamic Miniature Music Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-fan-stage.md) - [Bold Performance Pavilion Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/what-goes-around-bandstand.md) - [Concert-Producing Music Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stagespeaker.md) - [Sculptural Public Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-public-seating.md) - [Performance-Driven Public Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourth-wall.md) - [Playful Public Seating Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-public-seating.md) - [Portable Pop-Up Performance Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popup-stage.md) - [Interactive Purposeful Urban Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-furniture1.md)