# Converted Garage Galleries The Blau Projects Gallery by ARKIZ is a Revamped Industrial Space By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-11-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blau-projects-gallery References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/blau-projects-gallery-by-arkiz) & [blauprojects](http://www.blauprojects.com/) The Blau Projects Gallery by ARKIZ is a [renovated industrial space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schack-arkitektur) that is transformed into a creative environment for Brazilian artists. Located in the heart of Sao Paulo's Vila Madalena neighborhood, this garage-turned-gallery is unlike the traditional art exhibition space. Upon first glance, Blau Projects Gallery by ARKIZ boasts a graffiti-clad exterior that leads one into an alley-like passageway. Once inside this urban hideaway, one is transported into a world of creativity and imagination. This [art gallery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canyon-1) boast bright and open exhibit spaces and is bathed with natural light. In addition to its grand entrance and exhibition spaces, this art institution also features a gorgeous courtyard that doubles as an [industrial garden](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rua-polnia-house) and meeting area for resident artists and its visitors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Converted Garage Galleries:** Innovative art galleries are transforming industrial spaces into creative environments, offering unique experiences to artists and visitors alike. - **Revamped Industrial Spaces:** Renovated industrial spaces are becoming popular venues for artistic expression, providing an alternative to traditional art exhibition spaces. - **Urban Hideaways:** Art galleries with graffiti-clad exteriors are creating immersive and unique environments for showcasing creativity and imagination. ### Where This Applies - **Art Galleries:** The art gallery industry can explore the potential of converting industrial spaces into unique and engaging exhibition venues. - **Architectural Design:** Architects and designers have an opportunity to revamp industrial spaces and transform them into innovative gallery spaces that inspire creativity. - **Urban Redevelopment:** Urban developers can repurpose underutilized industrial buildings and support the growth of artistic communities by creating converted garage galleries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pavilion-Style Art Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galeria-house.md) - [Historic Showroom Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robert-projects.md) - [Punk-Inspired Parisian Factories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gsl-gallery.md) - [Playfully Vibrant Studio Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colgio-salesiano.md) - [Ice Factory-Transformed Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ifbe.md) - [Pink-Detailed Art Gallery Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superzoom.md) - [Barn-Like Private Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boano-primontas.md) - [Art Gallery-Inspired Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maniera.md) - [Contemporary Modern Artful Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-gallery-house.md)