# Shipping Container-Style Food Halls Boxi Park Mixes Culinary Delights and Live Entertainment By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-07-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boxi-park References: [narcity](https://www.narcity.com/us/fl/orlando/news/orlandos-massive-new-food-hall-made-entirely-out-of-shipping-containers-is-opening-this-weekend-photos) & [boxiparklakenona](https://boxiparklakenona.com) Boxi Park is the name of a new, innovative public space and food hall in Orlando's [Lake Nona](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-detox-pack). The concept, which launched in February, embraced a contemporary form of architecture — it utilized shipping containers for its infrastructure, which is not only a sustainable practice but also a cost-effective one. Boxi Park's approach to the culinary arts is exceptionally supportive. For one, the activation is part of the Tavistock Restaurant Collection, which means that the food hall offers an abundance of upscale, chef-curated dishes, as well as a number of [Michelin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snackville)-rated restaurants. Moreover, Boxi Park uses its platform to incubate new dining concepts. The main goals include assisting passionate individuals to bring their ideas to life and making Lake Nona a must-go culinary destination. In addition to exceptional cuisines, Boxi Park boasts counter-serve bars, "live entertainment and a laid back atmosphere." Photo Credits: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/boxiparklakenona/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Shipping Container Architecture:** The use of shipping containers in the creation of public spaces and food halls not only promotes sustainable practices but also creates cost-effective infrastructure. - **Upscale Food Hall Concepts:** Food halls that offer an array of upscale dishes and provide a platform that incubates new dining concepts are disruptive innovation opportunities within the culinary industry. - **Mixed-use Entertainment Spaces:** The integration of live entertainment and a laid-back atmosphere in mixed-use public spaces like Boxi Park is a trend that caters to individuals who seek unique experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture and Design:** The application of shipping container design in public spaces and food halls creates an opportunity for disruptive innovation and cost-effective alternatives within the architecture and design industry. - **Food and Beverage:** Upscale food hall concepts and incubation of new dining ideas within a supportive environment presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation within the food and beverage industry. - **Entertainment and Hospitality:** Mixed-use public spaces that integrate live entertainment and a laid-back atmosphere create innovative opportunities for the entertainment and hospitality industry to attract and retain customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multi-Vendor Food Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chefs-hall.md) - [Eclectic Mall Food Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/queens-cross-food-hall.md) - [Efficient Shipping Container Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boxhub.md) - [Plant-Powered Food Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saluhall.md) - [Industrial Food Hall Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pullman-market.md) - [Pop-Up Event Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steel-space-concepts.md) - [Immersive Upscale Dining Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playbook-commons.md) - [Viewing Box Cultural Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-center-for-arts-innovation.md) - [Up-Cycled Glamping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ek-solutions.md)