The Paperclip Bike Rack Features Oversized Sunken Stationary
Meghan Young — November 24, 2011 — Art & Design
References: artsmia.org & neatorama
Although it might be safe to assume that most people would probably think twice before chaining their precious bikes to any piece of stationary, the Paperclip Bike Rack is a different case entirely. First of all, they are at least ten times the size of a typical paperclip, not to mention much more secure. As long as bikers don't use a paperclip bike lock, this Paperclip Bike Rack should keep their cycles safe and sound.
Located at the Minneapolis Art Institute, the Paperclip Bike Rack is just the creative creation that would pop up at an art school. Sunken into the cement, these oversized paperclips create a undulating form that helps accommodate even more bikes than it would if installed in a straight line.
Located at the Minneapolis Art Institute, the Paperclip Bike Rack is just the creative creation that would pop up at an art school. Sunken into the cement, these oversized paperclips create a undulating form that helps accommodate even more bikes than it would if installed in a straight line.
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