# Curvaceous Wooden Domes The 'Dome of Visions' Explores Wood as an Eco-Friendly Alternative By Ell Smith | Published 2017-08-18 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dome-of-visions References: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/architecture/atelier-kristoffer-tejlgaard-dome-visions-3-geodesic-pavilion-aarhus-05-03-2017/) & [domeofvisions.dk](http://domeofvisions.dk/) The '[Dome of Visions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hata-dome)' is the third iteration of a series which explores sustainable spaces within a dome-like enclosure. The structure was designed by Finnish company [Metsä Wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valmet-d-fiber), which specializes in the production of experimental wood incorporation. To date, this dome is the largest of its kind. The green building features curved wooden beams to achieve a grid-like facade. A functional greenhouse lies inside of the dome, where guests are welcomed to explore the simulated botanical environment, and immerse themselves within the climbable wooden structure. The dome's main purpose is to explore the possibility of sustainable architecture, through an environmentally friendly material like wood, which is often overlooked in the design world as an architectural candidate. Photo Credits: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/architecture/atelier-kristoffer-tejlgaard-dome-visions-3-geodesic-pavilion-aarhus-05-03-2017/), [domeofvisions.dk](http://domeofvisions.dk/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Architecture:** Explore the possibility of using environmentally friendly materials like wood to create unique architectural masterpieces. - **Green Buildings:** Design and construct buildings that are energy-efficient and sustainable, while reducing their impact on the environment. - **Experimental Wood Incorporation:** Experiment with wood as a versatile and eco-friendly material for creating unique structures and sustainable designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Construction Industry:** Incorporate sustainable materials and techniques into the construction process, in order to create more efficient and environmentally friendly buildings. - **Architecture Industry:** Develop innovative and sustainable building designs that incorporate eco-friendly materials and reduce the impact on the surrounding environment. - **Wood Products Industry:** Explore the versatility and potential of wood products as a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to traditional construction materials, and develop new products and techniques that make use of this resource. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wooden Traditional Finnish Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espoo-house.md) - [Sustainable Cubic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appels-architekten.md) - [Sustainable Visitor Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-arc.md) - [Mushroom-Like Wooden Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-garden-pavilion.md) - [Immersive Dome Exhibit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumisphere-experience.md) - [Bamboo-Based Dome Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-ocean-dome.md) - [Greenhouse-Topped Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-house-1.md) - [Nature-Inspired Geometric Office Domes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dzome.md) - [Plant-Based Guesthouse Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rooted-potential.md)