Category
Art & Design
Oven Aesthetics
Trend cluster
Category
E.T.
Architecture
Flying saucer structures appeal to ultramodern tastes.
3.9
Trend score
Trend
What is the E.T. Architecture trend?
E.T. Architecture: The fascination with UFOs continues, but this time, it is going beyond pop culture to something more permanent: architecture. Architects around the world are designing buildings that mimic the shape of flying saucers, which appeals to the consumer interest in the otherworldly. Not only that, alienesque architecture infuses cities and skylines with an ultramodern touch; as such, this burgeoning direction in architecture may just be the tip of the iceberg.
Trend themes
Themes within the E.T. Architecture trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Alien-Inspired Architecture
The fascination with UFOs has led architects around the world to design buildings that mimic the shape of flying saucers--creating a burgeoning direction in architecture.
02
Futuristic Historical Hubs
Proposed historical and cultural hubs honor technological advancements such as deep space exploration and the Space Race by portraying political and technological conditions that existed during the era through in the form of spatial demarcation and architectural structures.
03
Extraterrestrial-Inspired Workspaces
The futuristic and unique design of a company's headquarters, such as the potential new base of operations for Apple, featuring circular structures and green space, can serve as an atypical marketing strategy that creates a deeper and more meaningful relationship with customers.
Industry implications
What the E.T. Architecture trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Architecture and Interior Design Industry
The fascination with UFOs and unique design elements can be transformed into a formal design aesthetic for a range of projects in the industry.
For
Real Estate Industry
Creative and visually stunning marketing, such as video design, can be utilized to effectively advertise luxury restoration projects.
For
Historical and Cultural Sector
Proposed futuristic historical hubs, such as the Space Race Museum, can be an innovative and engaging way to showcase technological advancements for public display and promote interest in STEM fields.
Trend signals
Trend signals for E.T. Architecture
Trend score 3.9 out of 10, from popularity 52%, activity 56%, freshness 8%.
Popularity52%
Activity56%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the E.T. Architecture trend
6 featured examples from Mar 16 to Aug 15, 2011CategoryArt & Design
UFO Architecture
The Centro Niemeye was Designed by 103-Year-Old Architect
Newer designers can incorporate sci-fi design elements into their structures for a fresh and forward-thinking look.
CategoryArt & Design
Alienesque Cube Architecture
The Guangdong Museum is Inspired by Ancient Chinese Artifacts
Opportunity to provide clients with unique futuristic designs that incorporate unconventional materials and take inspiration from ancient artifacts.
CategoryArt & Design
Extraterrestrial-Inspired Offices
The Design for Apple HQ Has a Distinct Spaceship Structure
There are opportunities for architects and designers to create innovative and unique office spaces that integrate futuristic and eco-friendly designs.
CategoryArt & Design
Crop Circle Abodes
Jolson Architecture Designs the Earth House
Jolson Architecture's Earth House exemplifies innovative design concepts that could influence the field of architecture.
CategoryArt & Design
Futuristic Historical Hubs
The Space Race Museum Memorializes the Quest to Outer Space
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative spacecrafts and propulsion systems for space exploration.
CategoryMarketing
Alien Architecture Videos
Tronic Studio Creates a Dazzling Ad for a Luxury Residence
Real estate professionals can use Tronic Studio's video as an example to showcase properties to potential buyers through videography.
