# Submerged Mountain Museums This Massive Concrete Structure is Partially Embedded in a Mountainside By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-07-31 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/embedded-in-a-mountainside References: [fastcodesign](http://www.fastcodesign.com/3049199/zaha-hadids-latest-building-is-stuffed-inside-a-mountain) & [mmmcorones](http://www.mmmcorones.com/en/home.html) Renowned mountaineer Reinhold Messner recently enlisted the help of Zaha Hadid to build a concrete museum that is embedded in a mountainside. The mountain climber is well know for scaling Mt. Everest without the use of an oxygen tank and his work educating the public about mountain culture. His latest project includes a concrete museum that is actually submerged in the summit of Mount Kronplatz. The 'MMM Corones' is located 7,000 feet above sea level and juts out sharply from the side of the mountain. The building itself is made from [glass-reinforced fiber concrete](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crow-museum-of-asian-art), which mimics the color and texture of the mountain. While the museum is partially embedded in the mountain, it features a series of [elevated concrete canopies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brutal-honesty) that offer guests stunning views of the surrounding peaks. The idea is that visitors can experience the inner workings of the mountain, as well as the spectacular panoramic views. While the idea of a museum embedded in a mountainside may sound terrifying to some, the building offers guests a unique experience to experience mountain culture. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 90% | 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 - **Submerged Mountain Museums:** Opportunity for innovative architectural designs that incorporate natural landscapes. - **Concrete Canopy Structures:** Potential for constructing elevated walkways or platforms to offer unique perspectives in various settings. - **Mountain Tourism Experiences:** Chance to create immersive and educational attractions for visitors to explore mountain culture. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to push boundaries and create groundbreaking structures. - **Tourism:** Potential for tourism industry to capitalize on unique mountain experiences. - **Construction:** Chance for construction companies to specialize in building innovative structures in challenging terrains. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beautifully Sculptural Concrete Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lusail-museum.md) - [Old Mine Tunnel-Integrated Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-xk.md) - [Dynamic Installation Science Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hainan-science-museum.md) - [Slim Concrete-Framed Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dday-museum.md) - [Kilometer-Long Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zaishui-art-museum.md) - [Cantilevered Mountain Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brutal-honesty.md) - [Swept Roof Underground Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-time-palace.md) - [Garden-Topped Sunken Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cmp-inspiration.md) - [Floating Art Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-museum-of-art.md)