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Brandon Vickerd Puts an Artistic Spin on Skater Ramps

— June 17, 2015 — Lifestyle
Brandon Vickerd is an artist who has decided to rethink the look of a classic skater ramp. Although at a glance, the shape is very familiar, it's the details of the base that will truly astound people. Brandon Vickerd was inspired by Gothic architecture when building with particular work of art. Using beautiful wrought iron and elaborate designs, people who aren't even fans of the sport would want to come see people in action on it.

As for what Brandon Vickerd was hoping to achieve through this unusual design, Beautiful Decay writes, "According to the artist he wanted to make something that spoke to architectural design incorporated with a recreational aesthetic. It achieves this goal by exploring a type which is normally found floating around music and alternative fashion."
Trend Themes
1. Artistic Skate Park Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating skate parks that integrate artistic elements to attract a wider audience.
2. Influences From Gothic Architecture - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Applying elements of Gothic architecture to various design disciplines, such as sports equipment and recreational spaces.
3. Blurring Boundaries of Sports and Art - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Breaking conventional norms by combining sports and artistic elements to create unique and immersive experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Skate Park Construction - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating innovative designs and architectural influences into skate park construction for a visually captivating experience.
2. Art and Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring the integration of architectural elements into art and design to create visually striking and thought-provoking works.
3. Recreational Spaces - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Redefining recreational spaces by infusing artistic elements and unique designs to attract a broader audience and create memorable experiences.
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