# Weather-Resistant Hexagonal Tiles Snøhetta Designs the New Asak Flyt Expressive New Design By Amy Duong | Published 2023-04-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asak-flyt References: [designtaxi](https://designtaxi.com/news/422955/Art-Deco-Esque-Pavement-Uses-Hexagonal-Tiles-To-Withstand-Extreme-Weather/) & [snohetta](https://www.snohetta.com/projects/flyt-paver-system?utm_source=DesignTAXI&utm_medium=DesignTAXI&utm_term=DesignTAXI&utm_content=DesignTAXI&utm_campaign=DesignTAXI)  Architectural firm [Snøhetta](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airside) works in collaboration with Norwegian manufacturer Asak Miljøstein on the new Asak Flyt, which is made to withstand extreme weather conditions. It is a [permeable concrete pavement](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquapraa) that is made up of three [hexagonal tiles that interlock together](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubik). The system comes in a variety of sizes within the system and allows architects the liberty to control the permeability of the ground. It is a great progression for construction projects. The team also notes that the riles have a unique space between them in order to create a 'visually exciting expression. Snøhetta explains that “The system is a new flexible design tool to program outdoor spaces without compromising their permeable needs to ensure a more sustainable approach in the future." Image Credit: Snøhetta ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Weather-resistant Concrete Pavements:** The trend towards weather-resistant concrete pavements is disrupting traditional paving practices and providing opportunities for companies specializing in environmentally resilient construction materials. - **Permeable Ground Control:** The trend towards permeable ground control is allowing architects to better control runoff and drainage in outdoor spaces and opens opportunities for companies specializing in sustainable urban design. - **Hexagonal Tile Design:** The trend of hexagonal tile design is disrupting traditional rectangular paving practices and offers opportunities for companies specializing in unique and visually exciting pavement designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Construction Materials Manufacturing:** The weather-resistant concrete pavement trend opens opportunities for companies specializing in the research, development, and manufacture of sustainable construction materials. - **Sustainable Urban Design:** The permeable ground control trend is disrupting traditional paving practices and driving demand for contractors, architects and planners with expertise in sustainable urban design. - **Outdoor Flooring:** The hexagonal tile design trend provides opportunities for companies specializing in innovative outdoor flooring and paving solutions that deliver both visual impact and environmental sustainability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hexagonal Ceiling Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airhive.md) - [Performance-Driven Minimalist Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-tile.md) - [Dynamic Outdoor Tile Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outercl.md) - [Sculpted Pattern Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osso-bottone.md) - [Sustainable Repurposed Clay Bricks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mutina.md) - [Naturalistic Mosaic Design Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosaic-wall-tiles.md) - [Pavement Brick Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unipaver.md) - [Versatile Remolded Linoleum Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flaxwood.md) - [Textile-Inspired Skyscraper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airside.md)