# Abandoned Building Photography Visually Brilliant Derelict Power Plants Captured on Camera By Cowbag | Published 2009-03-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-by-dereliction-visually-brilliant-abandonded-power-stations References: [darkroastedblend](http://www.darkroastedblend.com/2009/02/epic-abandoned-substations-and-power.html) They look like structures from another planet and are built to last, so it's no wonder that [derelict power plants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expo-cultural-park-greenhouse) visually kick ass and are so appealing in a rundown-chic kind of way. For example, in the UK there is a [nuclear power plant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kew-pumping-station) in Dungeness which is just truly amazing to visit. This collection of images shows the diverse and visually appealing nature of these giant buildings which have been left to rot. Ironically, if these buildings had been kept in tip-top condition, I doubt they would have looked as fantastic as they do now. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 62% | 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 - **Abandoned-building Photography:** Exploring the beauty of derelict power plants through photography. - **Rundown-chic Aesthetic:** Embracing the appeal of visually stunning decayed structures. - **Preservation Vs. Decay:** Contemplating the artistic potential of maintaining or neglecting buildings. ### Who This Affects Most - **Tourism:** Creating unique travel experiences by offering visits to abandoned power plants. - **Photography:** Providing opportunities for photographers to capture the captivating aesthetics of abandoned buildings. - **Urban Renewal:** Exploring innovative ways to repurpose derelict power plants as creative spaces or sustainable developments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dramatic Doomsday Bunker Images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alastair-philip-wiper.md) - [Industrial Architecture-Themed Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/industrial-archaeology.md) - [Brutalist-Inspired Apartment Redesigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-est.md) - [Industrial Landmark Stadiums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerhouse.md) - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md) - [Transformed Mining Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mineless-heritage-restoration.md) - [London-Based Glass Lift Viewpoints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lift-109.md) - [Rejuvenated Former Bank Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/former-bank-building.md) - [Shed-Like Storage Facilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerhouse-castle-hill.md)