# Futuristic Fabric Facades Jing Mian Xin Cheng Embodies Contemporary Architecture Ideals By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-11-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-asian-architecture References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/jing-mian-xin-cheng-by-spark) & [sparkarchitects](http://www.sparkarchitects.com/) Jing Mian Xin Cheng is a contemporary architecture piece that has been designed by SPARK. The international design studio was inspired by textiles when conceiving their idea for the Beijing tower. Beijing is known for its [high-rise buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdensity-residential-design) and is a buzzing metropolis filled with economic opportunity. Jing Mian Xin Cheng is a contemporary architecture piece that is unlike the traditional Chinese high-rise. The skyscraper is located in Beijing's Fourth Ring Road neighbourhood and boasts a [sculptural facade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aydc-public-art-centre) that is inspired by fabric properties. The complex structure features [protruding window elements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-river-north) that make up its textile-themed construction. This concept was inspired by the building's previous site that housed a textile factory and is a detail tourists will notice. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Textile-inspired Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating textile-inspired elements into architectural designs, creating unique and visually stunning buildings. - **Sculptural Facades:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring unconventional facade designs that challenge traditional notions of high-rise buildings. - **Revitalizing Industrial Sites:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transforming former industrial sites into modern architectural landmarks, preserving their historical significance while embracing innovation. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Redefining architectural designs by integrating unconventional inspirations like textiles and sculptural facades. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborating with architects to explore new applications of textiles in building construction, merging fashion and architecture. - **Urban Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Repurposing industrial areas into vibrant and aesthetically appealing neighborhoods, attracting interest from businesses and residents alike. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Textile-Inspired Skyscraper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airside.md) - [Curved Glass Veiled Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiffany-co-store.md) - [Tactile Fashion Boutique Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaozhuo.md) - [Sleek Culture Business Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xian-centre-culture-business-district.md) - [Gridded Screen Apartment Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residential-building-1.md) - [Spine-Based Central Design Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hangzhou-center.md) - [Metal Sheet-Facade Book Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shanghai-book-city.md) - [Color-Shifting Art Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-quartet-songzhuang-z-museum.md) - [White-Ceramic Striped Facade Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jomoo.md)