# Colortecture Chromatic building exteriors give city skylines playful twist. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Jan 29, 2012, updated Mar 27, 2012 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/colortecture ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.6/10 - Evidence articles: 8 ## What is the Colortecture trend? **Colortecture:** Architects are having more fun when it comes to building facades, and one way they are doing so is by creating colorful and vibrant exteriors that give city skylines a playful, whimsical and lighthearted touch. These colorful building exteriors eschew the classic black, white and grey -- or blue glass -- aesthetic, capturing the attention of urban dwellers and steering architecture in a fun and fresh direction. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 8 featured examples - Articles from: Sep 5, 2011 to Jan 23, 2012 - Published: Jan 29, 2012 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Youthfulness](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/youthfulness) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Colortecture trend ### Colorful and Playful Exteriors Architects are creating colorful and vibrant exteriors to give city skylines a playful, whimsical, and lighthearted touch. ### Geometric and Distorted Structures Designers are creating distorted and contorted triangular shapes to provide innovative structures for public and private use. ### Candy-Colored Architecture Geometric and angular constructions with bright colors are looking to the future without forgetting the past. ## What the Colortecture trend means for industry ### For Architecture and Design These trends challenge architects and designers to create more innovative and visually engaging structures. ### For Tourism and Hospitality The colorful and playful designs create unique and memorable experiences for tourists and visitors. ### For Education and Culture The candy-colored and geometric designs inspire learning and creativity in schools and cultural centers. ## Trend signals for Colortecture Trend score 4.6 out of 10, from popularity 62%, activity 70%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 62% - Activity: 70% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Colortecture trend 8 featured examples from Sep 5, 2011 to Jan 23, 2012. - [Candy-Colored Schools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalmers-campus-lindholmen): The Chalmers Campus Lindholmen Makes Learning Fun (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Architects can utilize dynamic geometries and candy-colored facades to create visually stunning and unique structures. - [Chromatic Chasm Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riccardo-mariano-s-istanbul-disaster-prevention): This Istanbul Disaster Prevention Center Has a Vibrant Volcanic Form (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The Architecture industry can capitalize on the disruption of designing buildings that prevent disasters. - [Prickly Hot-Spots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluetube-bar-by-dose): The Bluetube Bar by Dose is Made From Recycled Materials (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for architects to design innovative and sustainable temporary structures. - [Distorted Geometric Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youth-centre-by-jds-architects): Lil/Euralille Youth Centre by JDS Architects is an Urban Catalyst (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for architects and designers to push boundaries and create unique and visually striking buildings. - [Colorful Cartoonish Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-and-animation-museum): The Comic and Animation Museum Embraces Modernity and Tradition (Category: Art & Design) Implication: There is a disruptive innovation opportunity to create unique and entertaining designs for cultural hubs, including museums and amusement parks. - [Brightly Hued Sushi Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tori-tori-restaurant): The Tori Tori Restaurant is Comfy and Classy (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Restaurants can leverage high-end designs and fusion cuisine for differentiation in a competitive market. - [Flag-Covered Backpacker Abodes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b1-hostel): The B1 Hostel Makes Backpackers from All Over Feel at Home (Category: World) Implication: The hospitality industry can adapt its offerings to create culturally inclusive experiences for travelers. - [Vibrant Public Amphitheatres](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-stair): The Red Stair Boasts a Backlight to Draw Eyes Even At Night (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Adapting vibrant design concepts to modern architecture. ## Recent trend clusters - [Delegated Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/delegated-interfaces) (Tech) - [Sneaker Theater](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sneaker-theater) (Fashion) - [Functional Indulgence](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/functional-indulgence1) (Lifestyle) - [Ritual Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ritual-systems) (Fashion) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Park-Model Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-model-tiny-homes) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) - [Handmade Craft Tradeshow Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ny-now-handmade-division) - [Branded Luxury Residential Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/branded-luxury-residential-spaces) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)