# Subway Circuit Boards The Tube Map Radio by Yuri Suzuki is Modeled After London Underground Layout By Meghan Young | Published 2012-09-15 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tube-map-radio References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2012/09/london-tube-circuit-board-radio.html) & [yurisuzuki](http://yurisuzuki.com/blog/) The Tube Map Radio solidifies artist Yrui Suzuki as a circuit board genius. First he created the [Denzi Puzzle](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/denki-puzzle), which is loosely based on circuitry, and now he has designed an actual circuit board, the aesthetics of which have been modeled after the London Underground layout. Although most people would find the Tube Map Radio intriguing enough for its looks, it has been taken to the next level. Suzuki carefully crafted it so that it is a working radio. Created in collaboration with engineer Masahiko Shindo, the Tube Map Radio was inspired by various media sources such as ‘Secret Life of Machines,' a British television show. It will be displayed at the [Design Museum London](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-studio-mad). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Circuit Board Aesthetics:** Opportunity to develop products with functional circuit board designs for unique and innovative appearances. - **Functional Design:** Opportunity to fuse art and functionality in product design and engineering. - **Retro-futuristic Design:** Opportunity to explore designs with retro elements mixed with modern functionality. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity to create unique and functional electronic products with visually appealing circuit board designs. - **Art & Design:** Opportunity to create functional works of art using circuit board design aesthetics at the core of the piece. - **Museum & Exhibition:** Opportunity to develop exhibits and displays with a fusion of design, engineering, and art that represent the evolution of technology. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Gaming Console Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-radio.md) - [Industrial Design Radio Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radio-desk.md) - [Repurposed Waste Transit Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-miller.md) - [Nostalgic Radio Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calming-noise-radio.md) - [Retrofuturistic Streaming Audio Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-streaming-audio-player.md) - [Tech-Infused Analog Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-aesthetics-and-modern-technology.md) - [Delightfully Playful Music Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anomalo.md) - [Colorful Dynamic Acoustic Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otonomori.md) - [80s-Inspired 16-Bit Display Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/16bit-display.md)