# Architecturally Modular Modular building concepts are on the rise. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Dec 10, 2018 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/architecturally-modular ## Key Figures - Trend score: 6.0/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Architecturally Modular trend? **Architecturally Modular:** Architects are creating modular building design concepts that are able to accommodate the needs of the people they're building for, as well as the landscapes that surround them. These concepts have risen out of a need for building cities that are as architecturally functional as they are beautiful. ## The consumer insight behind the Architecturally Modular trend As cities around the world grow in population size, significant changes are having to be made in order to house and offer services for the people who live in them. Adaptability, safety, green space and transportation are all key aspects of living comfortably in such population-dense environments, and urban planning initiatives are increasingly working to achieve those qualifications for city residents. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: May 3 to Nov 26, 2018 - Published: Dec 10, 2018 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Architecturally Modular trend ### Modular Building Design Concepts Architects are creating modular building design concepts that can accommodate the needs of people and the landscapes they are building in. ### Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Modular Structures There is a trend towards building modular structures that are sustainable and eco-friendly in order to preserve the environment. ### Prefabricated Modular Housing The increasing demand for affordable housing has led to the trend of building prefabricated modular housing that is efficient and customizable. ## What the Architecturally Modular trend means for industry ### For Construction Industry Architecturally innovative modular building design concepts offer the construction industry disruptive innovation opportunities. ### For Real-Estate Industry Sustainable and eco-friendly modular structures offer the real-estate industry disruptive innovation opportunities as they seek to provide housing that accommodates for green living. ### For Urban Planning Industry The increasing demand for affordable housing offers the urban planning industry disruptive innovation opportunities to provide modular prefabricated housing units that are efficient and customizable. ## Workshop question Where could your brand fit modular design into its product/service or office space? ## Trend signals for Architecturally Modular Trend score 6.0 out of 10, from popularity 82%, activity 89%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 82% - Activity: 89% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Architecturally Modular trend 4 featured examples from May 3 to Nov 26, 2018. - [Prefabricated Homeless Housing Plans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homeless-housing-plan): Madworkshop & USC School of Architecture Design Modular Units (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The collaboration between Madworkshop and USC School of Architecture showcases a potential disruptive innovation opportunity for the architecture and construction industry. - [Indoor Modular Wooden Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-wooden-structure): LUO Studio Produces a Design That Answers to Sustainability (Category: Eco) Implication: The architectural industry can explore modular design concepts to create environmentally friendly and adaptable structures. - [Modular Bauhaus-Style Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bauhausstyle-building): Penda's Concept for a Tel Aviv Tower Includes Beautiful Arcades (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Penda's use of modular and innovative architecture in their Bauhaus-style building design can be a disruptive innovation opportunity for the architecture industry, revolutionizing… - [Eco-Conscious Modular Hotel Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-hotel): WSP's Building Design is Sleek and Can Be Built On-Site (Category: Eco) Implication: The modular hotel trend presents an opportunity for the hospitality industry to create unique and eco-conscious accommodation options in remote locations. ## Recent trend clusters - [Oven Aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/decorative-casserole-dishes) (Art & Design) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Park-Model Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-model-tiny-homes) - [Handmade Craft Tradeshow Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ny-now-handmade-division) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)