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The Discovery Channel Shark Building Celebrates Shark Week 2010

Check out the Discovery Channel Shark Building, created in celebration of Shark Week 2010.

The Discovery Channel Shark Building actually consists of five, inflatable parts. Encircling the building is the head, arms and tail, while above rests its infamously frightening fin. Located at Silver Spring in Maryland, be sure to swing by and check it out if you're in the area. Beginning August 1st, 2010, Shark Week will start with a bang with this Discovery Channel Shark Building.

Inflatable Architecture
There is an opportunity for companies to explore using inflatable structures in building design and construction.
Event-based Marketing
The success of the Discovery Channel Shark Building demonstrates the potential for using eye-catching, temporary structures to promote events and programs.
Interactive Branding
Companies can use interactive architectural installations like the Discovery Channel Shark Building to engage with customers and build brand awareness.

Who This Affects Most

Architecture
There is potential for the architecture industry to incorporate inflatable structures in their designs.
Marketing and Advertising
The success of the Discovery Channel Shark Building points to an opportunity for event-based marketing, which can be used in various industries
Entertainment
Interactive architectural installations could become an effective marketing tool for entertainment companies.
SCORE
2.4 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 42%
Activity 22%
Freshness 8%