# Floating Balcony Pools The Aquaria Grande is Sculptural and Luxurious By Meghan Young | Published 2012-02-24 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquaria-grande References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/james-law-wadhwa-group-aquaria-grande-pool-balcony) & [thewadhwagroup](http://www.thewadhwagroup.com/res_aquaria_grande.html) Shoebox condos are popping up everywhere around the world to accommodate the lack of space in many cities as well as the rising population; but the Aquaria Grande concept shows that creativity doesn’t have to be compromised when it comes to these residential buildings. The Aquaria Grande is comprised of [two 37-story towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-island) that are sculpturally beautiful. It is their [balcony pools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/10m), however, that are the structures’ standout features. Conceived by Hong Kong-based architecture and product designer James Law for real estate company Wadhwa Group, the Aquaria Grande would be built in Mumbai, India. The design of the buildings allow natural light to seep into over 200 apartments. It furthers its [eco-conscious stance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayana-residences) with energy-efficient glass facades to reduce energy consumption. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 100% | 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) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Shoebox Condos:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore creative and efficient ways to maximize limited living space in densely populated urban areas. - **Creative Residential Buildings:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design sculpturally beautiful and visually appealing buildings that inspire creative living spaces. - **Balcony Pools:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative pool designs and technologies for balconies to provide luxurious amenities in high-rise residential buildings. ### Who This Affects Most - **Real Estate:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate eco-friendly features and energy-efficient solutions in residential developments to attract environmentally conscious buyers. - **Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new design concepts and materials to create visually striking and functional residential buildings that cater to modern lifestyles. - **Urban Planning:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Find innovative ways to optimize limited urban spaces and address the growing need for efficient and appealing housing options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Asymmetrical Ultra-Compact Pools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faraway-pool.md) - [Fish Tank-Inspired Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nao-iwanari.md) - [Artfully Made Floating Plazas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquapraa.md) - [Underwater Pool Window Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hastingssunrise.md) - [Planted Balcony Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-greens.md) - [Floating Courtyard Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baan-oo.md) - [Dynamic Living Towered Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onze22.md) - [Bamboo Luxe Pool Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/godai-pavilion.md) - [Curved Green Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-island.md)