[Video] Stair steps turn into giant piano keys to encourage physical exercise
According to the organizers of the installation, the measure was effective
"Piano Stairs - Behind the scenes" by KJ Vogelius is licensed under CC BY 2.0
Physical activity is not a simple thing for those who live the busy routine of a big city. But what if things were a little more fun?
In Stockholm, Sweden, a test was done. At the exit of a subway station, there was an escalator and a fixed stairway. Few people used the option that required the most effort.
Then black and white plates (mimicking piano keys) were installed on the steps. In addition, there was a pressure-activated audible sensor on each step - anyone who stepped on one of the large keys began to "play the piano with their feet". At the end of the experiment, there was a 66% increase in the number of people who used the fixed ladder. Check out the video in full.
