# CNN: Trend Hunter Referenced in Feature About the Shanghai International Cruise Terminal By Joanne Lam | Published 2011-01-24 | About Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cnn-trend-hunter-shanghai References: [cnngo](http://www.cnngo.com/shanghai/life/transforming-north-bund-757964)  Trend Hunter was recently referenced on CNN within a feature about the soon-to-be completed [Shanghai International Cruise Terminal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shans-cruise-2026-line). Though much dispute has occurred in regards to the terminal's [colorful appearance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jellycat-caf), Shanghai residents cannot deny that this piece of architecture is a great step towards a greener future due to its sustainable properties. > The terminal has already been the butt of jokes, mostly by bloggers knocking its cartoonish contours, child-friendly candy colors and ill-planned location. > The local blog Shanghaiist called it an “architectural horror” and trendhunter.com likened it to “Eggchitecture.” [Click here to check out the full article on CNN!](http://www.cnngo.com/shanghai/life/transforming-north-bund-757964?page=0,1) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [About](https://www.trendhunter.com/about) > [In The News](https://www.trendhunter.com/inthenews) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Colorful Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways to incorporate vibrant colors and unconventional designs in architectural projects. - **Sustainable Properties:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative building materials and technologies that contribute to a greener and more sustainable future. - **Criticism and Controversy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create platforms or solutions that address and mitigate the negative impact of public criticism on architectural projects. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize the architectural industry with unconventional designs, sustainability-focused solutions, and improved perception management strategies. - **Construction and Building Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop eco-friendly construction materials and technologies that align with sustainable architecture trends. - **Online Media and Blogging:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative blogging platforms or media strategies that either leverage or mitigate the power of public opinion in shaping architectural perceptions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Colorful High-Density Residential Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdensity-residential-design.md) - [Luxury Exhibition Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-louis.md) - [LED-Wrapped Airport Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pragues-airport.md) - [Textile-Inspired Skyscraper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airside.md) - [Captivating Viewpoint-Integrated Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portlantis.md) - [Sweeping Culture Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/river-culture-and-art-centre.md) - [Recycled Glass Retail Facades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulgari-shanghai.md) - [Future-Facing Sculptural Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-of-the-future.md) - [Nostalgic Luxury Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celines-zhangyuan-popup.md)