# Dome-Shaped Government Buildings The New Abu Dhabi Parliament Building is Dazzling By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-30 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abu-dhabi-parliament-building References: [evolo.us](http://www.evolo.us/architecture/ehrlich-architects-design-chosen-for-uae-federal-national-council-new-parliament-building-complex/) & [s-ehrlich](http://www.s-ehrlich.com/) This stunning Abu Dhabi Parliament Building design by Ehrlich Architects makes use of a brilliant [eco design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muraba-veil) and a spectacular [flower-shaped exterior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-museum) to provide the UAE with a brand-new building for one of its largest cities. The Abu Dhabi Parliament Building has been designed to require as little daytime lighting as possible, and to use next to no energy on interior climate control through the clever use of simple but highly effective [passive design elements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alisher-navoi). Arguably the building's biggest success is how it effectively mixes traditional values with contemporary architectural aesthetics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Architecture:** The trend towards eco-friendly architecture is increasing, presenting an opportunity for the incorporation of passive design elements for energy efficiency, as exemplified by the Abu Dhabi Parliament Building. - **Innovative Building Shapes:** The use of innovative building shapes, such as the flower-shaped exterior of the Abu Dhabi Parliament Building, is an emerging trend that presents opportunities for unique and visually striking designs. - **Mixing Traditional and Contemporary Design:** An emerging trend is the effective incorporation of traditional elements into contemporary architectural aesthetics, as demonstrated by the Abu Dhabi Parliament Building. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** The architecture industry has an opportunity to respond to the trend towards eco-friendliness through the incorporation of passive design elements in building projects. - **Construction:** The trend towards innovative building shapes presents an opportunity for the construction industry to bring unique and visually striking designs to life. - **Tourism:** The tourism industry can benefit from the unique visual appeal of buildings like the Abu Dhabi Parliament Building as a means to attract visitors and promote the city's distinct architecture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Desert Cultural Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/al-ain-museum.md) - [Prayer Room Government Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agata-kurzela.md) - [Sand Dune-Inspired Airport Roofs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-pedersen-fox.md) - [Traditional Contemporary Designed Courts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ajman-rulers-court.md) - [Dome-Style School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/al-fanar.md) - [Emirati-Inspired Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/symphony-tower.md) - [Interfaith Family House Complexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abrahamic-family-house.md) - [Climate-Sensitive Pavilion Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/querkraft.md) - [Glowing Sphere Art Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netherlands-pavilion.md)