# Topography-Imitating Structures CRAB Designed the Abedian School of Architecture in Queensland By Tiffany | Published 2014-01-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abedian-school-of-architecture References: [archinect](http://archinect.com/features/article/90770863/showcase-abedian-school-of-architecture-by-crab-studio) & [crab-studio](http://www.crab-studio.com/) Renowned London design studio CRAB studio has successfully created the Abedian School of Architecture for [Bond University](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-shelving1) in Queensland, Australia. The inspiration behind the construction is its [environment based sustainability theme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-educational-architecture) that is a shield for the region's hot weather conditions. The building was constructed for the occupants to relax, interact, socialize and immerse themselves into nature. The building consists of three floors and reflects the topography of the land it rests on. The studios and communal zones in the building are spread out onto an open deck that leads into a garden. The inside of the structure is a broad path that divides into a quiet study room and a communal place for meetings to be held. The building itself has an extremely clear layout and system that adds a dynamic of function and vitality into the structure. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainability-focused Architecture:** Opportunity for architects and designers to create environmentally-friendly structures inspired by their natural surroundings. - **Integrated Indoor-outdoor Spaces:** Potential for creating buildings that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor areas, allowing occupants to connect with nature while still enjoying the comfort of enclosed spaces. - **Functional and Dynamic Structural Design:** Possibility to develop buildings with clear layouts and systems that enhance functionality and vitality. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** Opportunity for professionals in the architecture and design industry to incorporate sustainable principles and create innovative structures inspired by nature. - **Construction:** Potential for construction companies to specialize in building sustainable and topography-imitating structures, meeting the growing demand for environmentally-friendly buildings. - **Education:** Opportunity for incorporating unique architectural designs in educational institutions to create inspiring learning environments that foster interaction with nature. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Traditional Sustainable School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universidad-ean-1.md) - [Greenery-Surrounding Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creek-cabin.md) - [Low-Lying Limestone-Clad Schools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fossil-building.md) - [Dome-Style School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/al-fanar.md) - [Crab-Like Coastal Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espacio-18-arquitectura.md) - [Rammed-Earth Preschool Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spring-dales-public-school.md) - [Granite-Clad Coastal Schools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edmond-simeoni-school-and-cultural-space.md) - [Japanese Outdoor Teaching Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-british-school.md) - [Sustainable Educational Architecture Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-educational-architecture.md)