# Forsaken Fortresses Abandoned Superstructures Form Spooky Skylines By TopDog | Published 2010-10-12 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abandoned-superstructures References: [weburbanist](http://weburbanist.com/2010/10/04/sleeping-giants-12-sky-high-abandoned-buildings/) From dilapidated high rises to deserted urban towers, abandoned superstructures form some of today's [spookiest skylines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-walk-tours). Some of these structures were never completed, and most lie almost completely uninhabited creating a sense of despair and decay. On the other hand, If you're looking for the perfect place to set the stage for [Hallows Eve](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haunted-mansion-experience), these forsaken fortresses would make an ideal place to spend the night. **Implications** - Within the gallery, you will find numerous beautiful buildings that are sadly unoccupied. Some have gone bankrupt and some will eventually be [brought back to life](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shop-architects-hudson) in time. Some of the buildings look quite impressive, while others look like they should probably be torn down. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Abandoned Architecture:** There is an opportunity to repurpose these forsaken fortresses as unusual attractions such as museums, galleries or even luxury hotels. - **Urban Exploration:** There is an opportunity for businesses to offer unique experiences to adventure-seekers through guided tours and photography workshops of these abandoned superstructures. - **Eco-friendly Demolition:** There is an opportunity to introduce innovative ways and processes of eco-friendly demolition to these deserted structures, reducing environmental impact and waste production. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** Luxury hotels can repurpose these abandoned superstructures, offering guests a unique and unconventional stay experience. - **Tourism:** Tour companies can provide guided tours and photography workshops of these abandoned superstructures to adventure-seekers. - **Demolition:** Demolition companies can introduce eco-friendly methods to tear down these deserted structures, reducing environmental impact and waste production. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unfinished Mall Textile Installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-limbo.md) - [AI Post-Apocalyptic Cities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dune-universe.md) - [Abstract Fantasy Home Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abstract-fantasy-home.md) - [Witty Toy-Brand Horror Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horror-poster.md) - [Gothic Puzzle Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/addams-family-lego.md) - [Colorful Metaverse Cities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metaverse-cities.md) - [Dramatic Doomsday Bunker Images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alastair-philip-wiper.md) - [Elevated Urban Skate Venues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aan-architects.md) - [Skyscraper-Inspired Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ben-ganz.md)