# Suspenditecture Architects infuse structures with eye-catching hanging elements. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Jan 31, 2012, updated Feb 20, 2012 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/suspenditecture ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.4/10 - Evidence articles: 8 ## What is the Suspenditecture trend? **Suspenditecture:** An interesting architectural direction is on the rise -- suspension. Architects are having fun with new structures and interiors by installing hanging elements into their designs. From floating conference rooms to suspended nightclubs, this architectural aesthetic offers an intriguing divergence from ground-locked designs and also adds a dash of whimsicality and irregularity to a traditional cityscape or building interior. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 8 featured examples - Articles from: Nov 3, 2011 to Jan 29, 2012 - Published: Jan 31, 2012 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Suspenditecture trend ### Suspended Architecture Architects are incorporating hanging elements into building designs for a dash of whimsy and irregularity, creating disruptive innovation opportunities for durability and sustainability ### Landscape Integrated Installations Using shapes and colors that complement natural landscapes, structures like the Timmeljoch Museum are proving to be inspirational, offering innovative opportunities for eco-friendly designs ### Suspended Meeting Spaces Suspended meeting spaces like the ones in Nykredit Headquarters are becoming more popular, driving businesses to design unique and innovative structures of their own ## What the Suspenditecture trend means for industry ### For Architecture The industry is being driven to create new designs based on trends like suspended architecture and landscape-integrated installations ### For Construction Trends in suspended architecture and landscape-integrated installations are creating new disruptive innovation opportunities for companies doing eco-friendly and sustainable construction ### For Hospitality & Entertainment Suspended meeting spaces and nightclubs are examples of how the industry is looking to create truly unique experiences for their guests ## Trend signals for Suspenditecture Trend score 5.4 out of 10, from popularity 78%, activity 78%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 78% - Activity: 78% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Suspenditecture trend 8 featured examples from Nov 3, 2011 to Jan 29, 2012. - [Suspended Staircase Bedrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ascending-retreat): Ascending Retreat Expresses the Possibilities of Close-Packed Spaces (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for interior designers to create innovative solutions for compact living spaces. - [Suspended Stalactite Ceilings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-cathedral): Water Cathedral by GUN Arquitectos is a Beautiful Public Space (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunities for architects and designers to incorporate suspended stalactite ceilings and vertical water features into outdoor installations. - [Landscape-Integrated Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timmelsjoch-museum): The Timmelsjoch Museum is Gravity-Defying Architecture (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for architects to incorporate landscape integration concepts into their designs. - [Alpine Pod Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refuge-gervasutti): Refuge Gervasutti Gives Climbers a Safe and Comfortable Shelter 9,300 Feet Up (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Creating eco-friendly and self-sustainable shelters for adventure tourists and climbers looking to explore remote areas of the world. - [Cliffhanger Conference Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nykredit-headquarters): The Nykredit Headquarters Boast Unique Suspended Meeting Rooms (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Architects can explore further the use of suspending structures and incorporating open areas like atriums, in designing office buildings for modern workforce's need for stimulatio… - [Commemorative Witch Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steilneset-memorial): Steilneset Memorial Honors Witch Trial Victims from 17th Century (Category: World) Implication: Architects and designers can explore new concepts and techniques to create meaningful and impactful memorials. - [Hanging Night Clubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbanplunger): Urbanplunger Designs Building That Suspends From Other Structures (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The architectural industry can benefit from embracing and implementing the concept of suspended structures, creating innovative and space-saving designs. - [Nomadic Atmospheric Neighborhoods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-skippers): Cloud Skippers Communities Live Sustainably Suspended in Mid-Air (Category: Eco) Implication: Architecture firms can design and build these floating saucer-like homes and create sustainable living environments. ## 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 - 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