# Floating Technology Retail Stores The Apple Marina Bay Sands Store Has a Lantern-Like Design By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-08-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-marina-bay-sands References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/08/25/apples-first-floating-retail-store-in-the-world-is-opening-in-singapore/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) The [Apple Marina Bay Sands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battersea-power-station-1) is the 512th Apple [Store](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aesop-flagship) unveiled by the technology brand as its latest space to retail its wares that highlights an unexpected experience and construction. The store is a [floating isle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xixi-goldmye-bookstore) located on the waterfront in Singapore and fits in perfectly with the modern metropolis it sits in front of. Appearing as a modern retail space during the day, the store is positioned as a glowing beacon that is reflected in the water around it to make it a spectacle to admire after dark. The Apple Marina Bay Sands store is being referred to as "the lantern on the bay" as a subtle nod to the city's Mid-Autumn festival and the glowing structure to boot. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Floating Retail Spaces:** The concept of floating technology retail stores presents an innovative opportunity to create unique shopping experiences in waterfront locations. - **Architectural Spectacles:** Designing retail spaces as architectural spectacles offers a disruptive innovation opportunity to enhance brand identity and create memorable experiences for customers. - **Nighttime Retail Experiences:** Creating retail spaces that transform into captivating nighttime spectacles opens up new possibilities for engaging customers and attracting attention after dark. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Technology Retail:** The floating technology retail trend provides an opportunity for tech companies to showcase their products in unique and visually appealing ways. - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can explore the concept of creating architectural spectacles for retail spaces to blur the boundaries between art and commerce. - **Event and Festival Management:** The integration of retail spaces as part of cultural events and festivals allows for immersive experiences and creates additional attractions for attendees. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Updated Tech-Brand Store Locations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battersea-power-station-1.md) - [Timber-Clad Mumbai Tech Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-bkc.md) - [Art Deco-Inspired Tech Retailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-miami-worldcenter.md) - [Mirrored Sculpture Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabine-marcelis-1.md) - [Futuristic Phone Accessories Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-accessories-store.md) - [Tech-Base Workspace Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foster-partners4.md) - [Irregular Pyramid-Shaped Retailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-store.md) - [Flashlight Experience Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experience-stores.md) - [Futuristic Retail Kinetic Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-kinetic-display.md)