# Light Show Forecasts Dexia Towers' Lite Brite Display Tells Tomorrow's Weather By Meghan Young | Published 2010-07-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dexia-towers References: [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/70264/dexia-towers-rainbow-leds-lab-au/) & [lab-au](http://lab-au.com/) Many buildings have undergone an illuminating facelift before, but only Dexia Towers can boast the power of weather prediction. With its [rainbow of 72,000 LEDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-bulb), a somewhat complex color-coding system informs passersby what climate to expect the next day. Designed by lab-au, Dexia Towers' weather prediction is so informative, in fact, that it broadcasts [humidity, wind speed and precipitation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weather-screen). In an attempt to be eco-conscious, the building lights up for only 10 minutes every hour between sunset and midnight. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Weather-predicting Architecture:** The integration of technology and weather forecasting can lead to more resourceful and sustainable buildings. - **Sustainable Illumination Design:** New designs for architectural lighting that saves energy while providing information or ambience can position companies as innovators in the industry. - **Integrated Forecasting Systems:** The merging of weather forecasting with various systems such as transportation or agriculture can lead to more efficient and informed decision-making processes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can incorporate weather forecasting technology in their building designs to create more sustainable, informative and energy-efficient structures. - **Lighting and Energy:** Companies that offer eco-friendly and smart lighting solutions can position themselves as an innovative and sustainable option in the industry. - **Weather Forecasting:** Integrating weather data with other industries such as transportation, agriculture and energy can improve their efficiency and decision-making processes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low Resolution Weather Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tidbyt.md) - [Neon Illustation-Donned Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crafted-world-exhibition-1.md) - [Stylish Mechanical Weather Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skymill.md) - [Environment-Sensing Home Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livegrid-digital-canvas.md) - [LED-Wrapped Airport Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pragues-airport.md) - [Office Building Rainbow Facades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertical-rainbow-office.md) - [Branded Digital Light Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maybank-light-show.md) - [Dazzling Gradient Lighting Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-bulb.md) - [Immersive Light Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spencer-finch.md)