The Starhill Gallery by Spark Features Angular Accents
Jana Pijak — April 3, 2012 — Art & Design
References: sparkarchitects & frameweb
The Starhill Gallery by Spark marks the facelift of a famous Malaysian shopping mall facade. Located in financial capital Kuala Lumpur, the existing Starhill Gallery structure has been re-clad in a series of angular elements.
Draped in crystallized glass sheets, the bold shopping center is infused with solid and transparent masses. A visually intriguing structure, the Starhill Gallery by Spark was created by architect Stephen Pimbley and his team.
This geometric facade complements the high-end brands featured inside the luxury shopping arena. From irregular shapes to eye-catching elements, this distinctive building resembles something from a sci-fi film. This futuristic, innovative and striking design fuses awe-inspiring aesthetics with function. Structurally stable and visually reflective, this shopping venue is the place to visit when in Kuala Lumpur.
Draped in crystallized glass sheets, the bold shopping center is infused with solid and transparent masses. A visually intriguing structure, the Starhill Gallery by Spark was created by architect Stephen Pimbley and his team.
This geometric facade complements the high-end brands featured inside the luxury shopping arena. From irregular shapes to eye-catching elements, this distinctive building resembles something from a sci-fi film. This futuristic, innovative and striking design fuses awe-inspiring aesthetics with function. Structurally stable and visually reflective, this shopping venue is the place to visit when in Kuala Lumpur.
Trend Themes
1. Futuristic Architectural Design - Opportunities to create visually striking and functional buildings with unusual angles and shapes that complement the brands featured inside.
2. Luxury Shopping Experience - Opportunities to create unique and awe-inspiring shopping experiences with highly recognized brand names in an innovatively designed environment.
3. Reflective Modern Structures - Opportunities for incorporating crystallized glass sheets in modern architecture that infuse solid and transparent masses for stability and reflective purposes.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Opportunities to create a new era of shopping malls with futuristic and visually intriguing designs that showcase high-end retail brands.
2. Retail - Opportunities to transform the shopping experience by incorporating modern architectural designs that fuse aesthetics with function and cater to a luxury market.
3. Glass Manufacturing - Opportunities for companies specializing in crystallized glass sheets to collaborate with architects on visually stunning and structurally stable designs.
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