The Glow-In-The-Dark Skate Park

When you’re so passionate about skateboarding that you don’t wanna stop when it gets dark, you must like this one. Korean artist Koo Jeong-A designed the so-called Otro, a glow-in-the dark skate sculpture on Vassivière Island, France. During daytime you won’t see anything special, but as soon as it gets dark the structure transforms into a beautiful, glowing skating oasis.

The Otro enables fanatic skateboarders to practice their tricks also when it gets dark. The structure can also be used for BMX and rollers. In addition, it gives good vibes to the environment.

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