wing by wa chu from singapore
designer's own words:
The "Wing" encourage more people to take up cycling by improving the safety and social status of cyclists.
1.(Enhance cyclist's safety) Each "Wing" makes a cyclist 200% more visible on the road. Higher visibility of cyclist enhance their safety. The perceived number of cyclists in Seoul can be tripled overnight by the "Wing". There is safety by number!
2.(Improve social status of cyclist) The air cleaning function of "Wing" turns cycling into an air-cleaning act. It helps to earn cyclists the respect from drivers. Due to the contribution to cleaner environment, cyclist earn the right to use the road, even though they may not be paying road tax or other related charges.
3.(Conclusion) The "Wing" is intended to be part of Seoul’s city-wide effort at improving its design brand and image. It will contribute to establishing a healthier cycling culture through enhanced cyclist safety and social status.
Safety is the 1st concern for potential cyclist
Wing improve the visibility and safety of cyclist on the road
Wing also cleans air, giving cyclist more right on the road