# Floating Habitable Structures The Artificial Island Skyscraper Would Withstand Global Warming By Meghan Young | Published 2011-08-12 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artificial-island-skyscraper References: [designbuzz](http://www.designbuzz.com/entry/artificial-island-skyscraper-fight-global-warming/) & [evolo.us](http://www.evolo.us/architecture/the-artificial-island-skyscraper-is-a-creative-response-to-global-warming/) After the summer some of us have been experiencing this year, it is safe to say that [global warming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heatwave-pavilion) is not part of some conspiracy theory and that it why we need to encourage efforts like this Artificial Island Skyscraper. Although just a concept, this [floating habitable structure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-neighborhood) could provide a place that is not affected by our planet's fickle weather. Designed by Aleksander Krasinski, the Artificial Island Skyscraper would essentially establish itself as an [independent state with its own government](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plan-b-1) and economic policy. Able to shelter 52,096 people in its 48 floors, the Artificial Island Skyscraper will also be home to sea ports, an airport, office spaces, public areas, gardens and more. Conceived for the Persian Gulf in the United Arab Emirates, the the Artificial Island Skyscraper could definitely work in other parts of the world. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 83% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Floating Habitats:** The trend towards sustainable, eco-friendly floating habitats can be leveraged to create futuristic technologies that are capable of withstanding climate change and rising sea levels. - **Artificial Island Development:** Artificial islands are becoming increasingly popular as a way to create new land and develop habitable spaces in hard-to-reach areas, presenting opportunities for engineering firms and sustainable architects to innovate design solutions. - **Independent State Building:** Designing independent state buildings, like the Artificial Island Skyscraper, can push the boundaries of architecture and present opportunities for governments to develop new policies and governance structures for their communities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can leverage the trend towards floating habitable structures and artificial island development to innovate sustainable design solutions for the future. - **Engineering:** Engineering firms can capitalize on the trend of artificial island development and floating habitats to develop innovative solutions for building and maintaining structures that can withstand climate change. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planners can explore the trend of independent state building to create unique and sustainable communities that follow new governance models that offer a creative approach to societal development. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rain-Collecting Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bpas-architects.md) - [Recycled Plastic Floating Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mast.md) - [Climate-Responsive Prefab Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-pod.md) - [Biodiverse Floating Housing Developments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-neighborhood.md) - [Off-Grid Self-Sufficient Island Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earth-house.md) - [Elevated Flood Refuge Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lift-house.md) - [Floating Amazon Plaza](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-aquapraa.md) - [Artfully Made Floating Plazas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquapraa.md) - [Sustainable Alien Planet Colonies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colony-concept.md)