Whether you see a lotus flower or an outstretched hand when you look at the ArtScience Museum, there is an environmentally-friendly essence that is the focus of this building.
A new addition to the Marina Bay Sands Casino and Resort in Singapore, the ArtScience Museum is designed by Moshie Safadie. Its cupped aesthetic is not only beautiful to take in, it's also practical. The roof of the ArtScience Museum collects water and light to power the building.
What's Driving This Trend
- Sustainable Architecture
- The focus on environmentally-friendly building designs opens up opportunities for innovative sustainable architecture.
- Green Technology
- The integration of water and light collection systems in buildings creates prospects for advancements in green technology.
- Biophilic Design
- The lotus-shaped structures inspire the adoption of biophilic design principles for a harmonious blend of nature and architecture.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture
- The emergence of environmentally-friendly building designs creates a demand for architects who specialize in sustainable practices.
- Renewable Energy
- The combination of water and light collection systems in buildings presents opportunities for the renewable energy industry to provide innovative power solutions.
- Interior Design
- The influence of lotus-shaped structures highlights the need for interior designers to incorporate biophilic elements that promote well-being and connect humans with nature.
