# Optimized Viewing Screens Augmented Window Enhances the Vista from the Top of the Pompidou By Christopher DeLuca | Published 2011-06-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/augmented-window References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2011/06/thierry-fourniers-augmented-window-on-paris.html) & [centrepompidou.fr](http://www.centrepompidou.fr/Pompidou/manifs.nsf/0/D0601B386B17C397C12578A1003BD20A?OpenDocument&sessionM=2.7.2&L=1) The 'Augmented Window,' designed by Thierry Fournier, enhances the view from the top of the Pompidou in Paris. The touch screen is attached to a [real-time video camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-camera-concept) that looks out over the city. Viewers can use the screen to zoom in on hotspots and learn more about the city. What I particularly like about the 'Augmented Window' by Thierry Fournier is the concept is relatively simple and uses technology that is already widely accepted, that is, [touch screens and video cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-magnifier). However, the final product is something that's really innovative and is certain to be seen in other [location over the coming years](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourth-wall). The 'Augmented Window' optimizes the viewers experience in a remarkable manner. With the 'Augmented Window' the future feels like it's on our doorstep. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Augmented Reality Displays:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation in creating augmented reality displays that enhance viewers' experiences. - **Real-time Video Technology:** Potential for disruptive innovation in developing real-time video technology to provide enhanced views and experiences. - **Interactive Touch Screens:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation in improving interactive touch screens for a variety of applications. ### Who This Affects Most - **Tourism:** The tourism industry can benefit from incorporating augmented reality displays and real-time video technology to enhance visitors' sightseeing experiences. - **Digital Signage:** The digital signage industry can capitalize on the use of interactive touch screens to grab viewers' attention and deliver engaging content. - **Architecture and Design:** The architecture and design industry can explore the potential of augmented reality displays and real-time video technology to create immersive experiences and showcase projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Portable Window Projection Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/village-concept.md) - [Remote Viewing Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telepresence-observation-pavilion.md) - [Window Covering Projector Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/village-projector.md) - [Augmented Reality Projection Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetop.md) - [Kinetic Interaction Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transmutation-observatory.md) - [Window-Emulating Lighting Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/window-chronicles.md) - [AR-Powered OLED Room Dividers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivid-oled-display.md) - [Interactive Architectural Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-landscape.md) - [Advanced Multimedia Window Blinds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speaker-blind.md)