From its name, it is quite obvious that the Cocoon House is inspired by the cocoon of living organisms. What is not so obvious is that it is also influenced by the volcanic topography of Jeju island in South Korea, where is will be located. That is, unless one is familiar with the various landscapes of this particular land mass and can detect the similarities between the two.
Designed by Planning Korea, the Cocoon House is comprised of various shapes such as spheres and cubes that give the eco-structure more of a sculptural presence than a architectural one. Although it is being lauded as an abode, the Cocoon House will cater both residential and business aspects. It will be completed in 2015.
What's Driving This Trend
- Eco-architecture
- The Cocoon House's sculptural design shows potential for the eco-architecture trend.
- Multi-purpose Structures
- The Cocoon House is built to accommodate both residential and business purposes, indicating potential growth in multi-purpose structures.
- Innovative Landscaping
- The use of volcanic topography in the Cocoon House design highlights a trend towards innovative landscaping in architecture.
Who This Affects Most
- Real Estate
- The Cocoon House's multi-purpose design could disrupt the real estate industry by catering to a wider range of buyers.
- Architecture
- Planning Korea's sculptural design for the Cocoon House points to potential for disruption and innovation in the architectural industry.
- Tourism
- The use of volcanic topography in the design of the Cocoon House could create potential for tourism growth in South Korea's Jeju Island.
