# Bamboo-Covered Shopping Malls V Studio Created a Bamboo-Covered Recreation Space on Top of a Mall By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-02-26 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-covered-recreation-space References: [architizer](https://architizer.com/projects/bamboo-forest-on-the-roof/) Beijing-based design firm V Studio created a bamboo-covered recreation space on top of a shopping mall in China. The space was designed to contrast the shopping mall itself, which is filled with retailers, entertainment and catering -- creating a quiet and relaxing space away from the bustling area. With [white walls and flooring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-is-good-shop), the space is surrounded by bamboo, creating the illusion that it is hidden within a forest. A large courtyard, patio and skylights allow mass amounts of natural light to flow in, blurring the boundary between the interior and exterior. Only reaching 320 square meters, this bamboo-covered recreation space is small but acts as a short-term meeting space, allowing visitors to stay for a short amount of time and return to shopping. Image Credit: Jin Weiqi, V Studio ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Biophilic Design:** Opportunity for incorporating natural elements, such as bamboo, into architecture and interior design to create serene and relaxing spaces. - **Retailtainment:** Potential for integrating recreational and entertainment elements within shopping malls to enhance the overall customer experience. - **Blurring Boundaries:** Disruptive potential in creating seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces through innovative architectural design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architects can explore biophilic design principles and incorporate natural materials like bamboo to create unique and tranquil spaces in various structures. - **Retail:** Retailers can leverage the concept of retailtainment by integrating recreational activities and entertainment features within their stores or shopping malls to attract and engage customers. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers have an opportunity to experiment with blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces, using techniques like skylights and innovative materials, to create visually stunning and seamless environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Balanced Retail Atmosphere](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capitamall-skyview.md) - [Zen-Like Shopping Malls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenlike-shopping-mall.md) - [Dynamic Mall Rooftop Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skybowl.md) - [Bamboo Forest Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-rainforest-pavilion.md) - [Forest Bamboo Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-cabin.md) - [Draped Plant-Design Shopping Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calwer-passage.md) - [Bamboo Forest-Inspired Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canter-and-gallop.md) - [Bamboo-Clad Residential Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-park-villa.md) - [Bamboo Screen-Wrapped Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nh-t-garden-restaurant.md)