# Graceful Ballet Buildings The New Ballet Memphis Building Makes Subtle Reference to Dancing By Joey Haar | Published 2018-01-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ballet-memphis References: [archdaily](https://www.archdaily.com/887483/ballet-memphis-archimania) When one thinks about the quality of grace, a [ballet dancer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-rift-black-swan) is often the image that comes to mind, but the Ballet Memphis building shows that the quality can equally be applied to something as monolithic as an edifice. Taking inspiration from the beautiful art that it houses, the new Ballet Memphis building makes subtle reference to the movements of ballet in its [gentle use of curves and angles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rendezvous-apartment). There are two key ways in which the Ballet Memphis building pays homage to the tropes and traits of ballet. For one, the large central column has edges that dip slight between the corners, reminding viewers of the gentle yet precise movements of a dancer in the middle of a routine. The other reference is material: the [perforated copper that surrounds the building](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mary-schmidt-campbell-center) creates a gauzy haze that looks similar to a tutu surrounding a dancer's waist. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Ballet-inspired Architecture:** Designing buildings that incorporate elements of ballet to create a harmonious and graceful aesthetic. - **Subtle Art References:** Incorporating subtle nods to art forms within architectural designs, creating visually captivating structures. - **Materials as Inspiration:** Using materials creatively to evoke specific artistic qualities and references in architectural designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architects and designers can explore innovative ways to incorporate artistic references into their building designs. - **Performing Arts:** The connection between architecture and the performing arts can be leveraged to create immersive and visually captivating experiences for audiences. - **Construction:** Construction companies can explore new techniques and materials that allow for the realization of artistic and aesthetic architectural designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Photocoltaic Theater Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opera-and-ballet-theatre-of-kosovo.md) - [Industrial-Themed Dance Theaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sadlers-wells.md) - [Metal-Constructed Yoga Shalas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metamorphosis-yoga-shala.md) - [Archival Performance Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/take-a-bow-centre.md) - [Feminine Silhouette Tall Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telus-sky-tower.md) - [Spherical Urban Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-ballroom.md) - [Balletcore Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkinetic-fluent-1.md) - [Lakeside Cultural Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isola-della-mus.md) - [Emirati-Inspired Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/symphony-tower.md)