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Brown University Creative Arts Center Approaches Eco-Concerns in a Big Way

— February 19, 2011 — Eco
This Brown University Creative Arts Center by Diller Scofidi + Renfro represents another example of the architectural firm's fantastic ability to produce cutting-edge, thoroughly efficient environmental structures.

Recently awarded LEED Gold status, the Brown University Creative Arts Center is a multifunctional building which is home to an interactive production lab, a theater and a dance studio.

Implications - The amount of eco-conscious consumers in today's market is increasing daily, causing a demand for products in all industries that meet environmental concerns. Thus, food, apparel and even architecture are going green, with a new sub category of structure called ecotecture. The Brown University building is a great example of ecotecture that combines function and eco concerns.

Trend Themes

  1. Eco-conscious Consumers — Opportunity for industries to develop products that meet the increasing demand for eco-friendly options.
  2. Ecotecture — Emerging subcategory in architecture that combines functionality with environmental concerns.
  3. Sustainability in Industries — Industries across various sectors adapting their practices to align with eco-conscious consumer values.

Industry Implications

  1. Food — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing eco-friendly packaging and sustainable farming practices.
  2. Apparel — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating eco-friendly fabrics and sustainable manufacturing processes.
  3. Architecture — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing and constructing buildings that incorporate green technologies and materials.
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