# Renovated Asymmetric Building Projects Formation Association Designs the Atwater Canyon Building By Amy Duong | Published 2023-12-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atwater-canyon References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2023/12/19/formation-association-atwater-canyon-adaptive-reuse/) & [formationassociation](http://www.formationassociation.com/)  Local design studio [Formation Association](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formation-01) completes a new renovation project dubbed the Atwater Canyon located in Los Angeles. It is defined by its asymmetric volumes that are built with [pink plasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rendezvous-apartment) to create a dramatic interior passage that replicates a canyon-like visual. The building was originally built in the 20s and had a classic arched facade that has now been covered up through a [series of renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triplex-fabre). John Chan, founder of Formation Association tells Dezeen that, "Importantly, at the street elevation, when the existing standard height storefront glazing system was removed, along with layers of subsequent remodeling, large openings were revealed, which now comprise a key characteristic for the accessibility and porosity of the updated elevation." Image Credit: Here and Now Agency ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 20% - 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's Driving This Trend - **Renovated Asymmetric Volumes:** The renovation of the Atwater Canyon building showcases the use of pink plasters to create dramatic interior passages. - **Covered Up Façade:** The arched façade of the building is covered up through a series of renovations, resulting in a transformed exterior. - **Updated Building Accessibility:** Large openings revealed during renovations enhance the accessibility and porosity of the building's updated elevation. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Design studios and architectural firms can incorporate the use of pink plasters and asymmetric volumes in their renovation projects. - **Construction:** Construction companies can explore innovative techniques to cover up existing building facades and create visually striking exteriors. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planning agencies can promote building renovations that enhance accessibility through the incorporation of large openings in street elevations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [LA-Referencing Canyon Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rustic-canyon.md) - [Commercial-Transformed Artful Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canyon-1.md) - [Reconfigured Calm City Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latelier.md) - [Daylight-Filled Treetop Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atwater-house.md) - [Hillside Mid-Century Renos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pasadena-hillside-home.md) - [Concrete House Renos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mar-vista-house.md) - [Sculptural Geometric Formed ADUs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moongate-adu.md) - [Sculptural LA Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cm-g1.md) - [Hillside Cantilevered Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olancha-drive.md)