Inspired by the simple and natural style of the traditional Korean garden, Moscow studio SKNYPL created a contemporary rooftop garden design entirely out of inflatables. New Korean Garden is an Instagram-friendly destination with colors and shapes that reference stones, hills, plants and other natural formations. Notably, the large-scale, air-filled inflatables are made from a kind of fluorine-based plastic that's recyclable.
The design for the New Korean Garden was entered in an international competition that called for designers to transform the top of Seoul Hall of Urbanism & Architecture into a publicly accessible space that could share a unique experience. As such, the space is perfect for gathering with a group of friends to chat and relax, enjoying time in solitude, playing or even just taking photos.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Inflatable Design
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of inflatable materials and structures in various industries, such as architecture and event planning.
- Urban Rooftop Gardens
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative, space-saving solutions for rooftop gardens in urban environments, utilizing modern design principles.
- Instagram-friendly Spaces
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create visually appealing and experiential spaces that cater to the needs of social media influencers and the Instagram generation.
Where This Applies
- Architecture
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate inflatable materials and designs into architectural projects, reimagining building structures and spaces.
- Event Planning
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize inflatable structures and elements to create unique and customizable event spaces, offering a new level of flexibility and creativity.
- Hospitality and Tourism
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate inflatable designs and Instagram-friendly elements into hospitality venues and tourist attractions, catering to the growing demand for visually captivating experiences.
