# Circular Skysrapers ZN Era Has Proposed an Oddly Shaped Mixed-Use Skyscraper in Dubai By Kalin Ned | Published 2022-08-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circular-skyscraper References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2022/08/24/zn-era-proposes-encircling-burj-khalifa-with-an-elevated-continuous-metropolis/) & [znera.space](https://znera.space/) The notion of a circular skyscraper might seem odd and unconventional, however, architecture studio ZN Era has developed a concept to implement such a structure in downtown Dubai. The practice envisions this potential future development to encircle the Burj Khalifa—a skyscraper globally known to be the [tallest building in the world](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-torch). Burj Khalifa has a total height of 829.8 meters and was completed in 2010. Digital renditions of ZN Era's circular skyscraper depict a 550-meter tall structure with 3,000 meters in circumference that encircles the Burj Khalifa. The architecture studio intends this innovative building to be [mixed-use](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vitra-2) and to feature residential, public, commercial, and cultural spaces. ZN Era names this project the 'Downtown Circle' and equates it to "a continuous metropolis." Image Credit: Pictown ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Circular Architecture:** Opportunity to innovate in designing circular structures for future urban development. - **Mix-use Development:** Opportunity to create buildings that blend residential, public, commercial, and cultural spaces. - **Continuous Metropolis:** Opportunity to envision a seamless urban landscape with a new generation of skyscrapers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to experiment with circular skyscrapers and mixed-use developments in their future projects. - **Real Estate:** Opportunity to develop and invest in innovative and sustainable buildings that cater to multiple needs. - **Urban Planning:** Opportunity for urban planners to design integrated and sustainable communities with iconic and future-looking buildings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cube-Shaped Skyscraper Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mukaab.md) - [Ski Resort Crystalline Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trojena-ski-resort.md) - [Eco-Conscious Slim Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muraba-veil.md) - [Mixed-Use Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inaura.md) - [Highway-Side Narrow Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muraba-veil-skyscraper.md) - [Staggered Cubic Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ooda.md) - [Emirati-Inspired Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/symphony-tower.md) - [Expansive Cycling Covered Highways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-loop-1.md) - [Multifunctional Circular Housing Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eve-park.md)