# Contemporary Sci-Fi Churches The Chapel at Discovery Bay by Danny Cheng is Futuristic By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-05-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chapel-at-discovery-bay References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/chapel-at-discovery-bay-by-danny-cheng) & [dannycheng.hk](http://dannycheng.com.hk/en/) The Chapel at Discovery Bay by Danny Cheng brings a futuristic design concept to life thanks to its geometric structural elements and all-white finished interior. This stunning and ethereal space features angular ceiling elements and linear roofing details that are visually enhanced when illuminated at night. This sterile spiritual center features a streamlined design that combines clean and lineal elements along with subtle accents that embrace irregular geometries. Appealing to a lover of modern design, the sci-fi inspired Chapel at Discovery Bay by Danny Cheng also takes inspiration from the sophisticated design of the [Lamborghini](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exolevate) AP700. Evoking a spiritual air, the all-white chapel space is an unconventional and contemporary representation of a classic church environment thanks to its [futuristic design aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lucas-museum-of-narrative-arts). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Futuristic Church Design:** The trend of creating unconventional futuristic designs for spiritual centers presents an opportunity for architects and designers to push boundaries and create unique spaces. - **Clean and Lineal Elements:** Incorporating clean and lineal elements into architectural design is a trend that has the potential to disrupt traditional design concepts and create visually stunning buildings. - **Sophisticated Design Inspiration:** Taking inspiration from sophisticated design elements, such as those found in luxury cars like the Lamborghini AP700, can lead to innovative and unique architectural designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can explore new design concepts and push boundaries by incorporating futuristic and clean elements into their projects. - **Religious Spaces:** Incorporating unconventional design elements into traditional religious spaces can create unique and inspiring environments for worshippers. - **Luxury Design:** Incorporating sophisticated design inspiration into architectural designs presents an opportunity for the luxury design industry to expand into new markets and create innovative spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reflection-Encouraging Cohesive Churches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hjvangen-church.md) - [Modern Tuscan Chapel Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pailunga-tuscan-chapel.md) - [Fluted Concrete-Added Chapels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st-marys-coptic-church.md) - [Galactic-Themed Sci-Fi Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-cloud.md) - [Beautiful Forest-Enclosed Churches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-church-of-julong.md) - [Sacred Timber Chapels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-church-tolvkanten.md) - [Denmark Suburban Modern Churches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treroner-church.md) - [Hillside Timber Chapels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chapel-of-st-thrse-of-lisieux.md) - [Metaphorical Physical Community Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lighthouse-church.md)