# Mountain-Mimicking Canopies This Concrete Canopy Resembles the Undulating Shape of a Mountain By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-09-10 | Updated 2015-09-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concrete-canopy References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2015/09/09/jagged-concrete-canopy-ron-shenkin-shelters-mourners-cemetery-pardesya-israel/) & [ron-shenkin](http://www.ron-shenkin.com/) Architect Ron Shenkin created this enormous concrete canopy, which resembles the silhouette of a vast mountainous landscape. It is located in a beautiful graveyard in Israel to provide shelter for mourners. The concrete canopy is supported by thin white pillars that branch out like a tree to support the heavy roof. Below each pillar there are imprints of fallen leaves, which suit the environment. In order to obtain the unique folded shape of this canopy, the architect used over 300 pieces of concrete panels. This beautiful structure within the graveyard provides an open space for services, eulogies and final rituals to take place. The large space below the canopy is scattered with seating and features an open front and back. Due to the vast openings there, is plenty of sunlight that engulfs the interior each day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Nature-inspired Canopies:** Incorporate natural elements and designs into canopies and other architectural structures, creating unique and visually stunning buildings and spaces. - **Innovative Concrete Panel Use:** Explore new uses and techniques with concrete panels to create unique and interesting architectural structures and designs. - **Open and Spacious Designs:** Focus on creating large, open, and airy spaces that allow for plenty of natural light and create a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** New and innovative uses of materials, designs, and techniques can create visually stunning and unique buildings and spaces. - **Funeral Services:** Creative and unique architectural structures and designs can provide a more comforting and serene funeral experience for mourners. - **Construction:** Innovative techniques and designs can help create more efficient and cost-effective building practices, while still producing visually stunning and unique structures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Canopy Restaurant Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/millo-restaurant.md) - [Tree-Covered Vertical Mausoleum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hollywood-forever-cemetery.md) - [Floating Canopy Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piloti-canopy.md) - [3D-Printed Canopy Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archaeological-complex-of-carmona.md) - [Ethereal Mesh Canopy Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cs-somme-cafe.md) - [Pyramidal Concrete Japanese Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pyramid-hut.md) - [Mushroom-Like Wooden Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-garden-pavilion.md) - [Open-Air Perforated Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anchor-house.md) - [Dynamic Wavy Steel Canopies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheung-sha-wan-pier-canopy.md)