# Oceanic Shopping Centers The Aedas Olympia 66 Mall Embodies Wealth and Abundance By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-02-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aedas-olympia-66-mall References: [designbuzz](http://www.designbuzz.com/entry/aedas-to-build-olympia-66-shopping-mall-with-chinese-emblematic-symbol/) & [www1.aedas](http://www1.aedas.com/Olympia-66) When building to impress a sea of consumers, a structure resembling the Aedas Olympia 66 Mall certainly satisfies. Modeled on the Chinese twin carp emblem, the commercial building embodies that traditional symbolism of abundance and wealth. The enormous shopping complex will neighbor the Dalian Olympic Square and attract many visitors on foot. Aiming to amaze with its glorious grandeur, the Aedas Olympia 66 Mall is a great example of organic architecture with its head in commercial consciousness. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Organic Architecture:** The trend of organic architecture presents opportunities for businesses to create visually stunning and environmentally friendly structures that appeal to consumers. - **Symbolic Design Elements:** The trend of incorporating symbolic design elements in commercial buildings provides businesses with the opportunity to create a strong brand image and appeal to consumer emotions. - **Visitor-centric Shopping Experience:** The trend of creating visitor-centric shopping experiences allows businesses to attract and engage customers by providing unique and immersive environments that go beyond traditional retail. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Construction:** The architecture and construction industry can embrace the trend of organic architecture to create innovative and sustainable buildings that meet the evolving needs of clients. - **Retail and Branding:** The retail and branding industry can leverage symbolic design elements in their stores to create memorable and emotionally resonant experiences for customers, strengthening their brand identity. - **Shopping Mall and Entertainment:** The shopping mall and entertainment industry can adopt a visitor-centric approach to enhance the overall shopping experience, offering unique attractions and immersive environment that attract and retain customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Balanced Retail Atmosphere](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capitamall-skyview.md) - [Zen-Like Shopping Malls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenlike-shopping-mall.md) - [Glass Facade Shopping Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harajuku-quest.md) - [Dynamic Mall Rooftop Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skybowl.md) - [Algae Lit Retail Caves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aesop-hainan.md) - [Sculptural Mall Dreamscape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unbounded-sanctuary.md) - [Lotus Plant-Inspired Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-future.md) - [Infinity Loop-Shaped Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohoo-museum.md) - [Sail-Shaped Skyscapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olympia-dumbo.md)