# Genetically Inspired Science Centers Copenhagen's Experimentarium was Refurbished by CEBRA By Joey Haar | Published 2017-04-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experimentairum References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2017/04/04/copenhagen-experimentarium-helical-staircase-cladding-fluid-dynamics-architecture-denmark-science-education-cebra-museum/) & [cebraarchitecture.dk](http://cebraarchitecture.dk/project/experimentarium/) Since Experimentarium serves as Copenhagen's science center, it was only fitting that [CEBRA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovation-campus-1), the architecture firm behind its refurbishing, looked to scientific themes in designing the new layout. The most notable aspect of the Experimentarium, its staircase, takes a cue from one of the most iconic images from science: Watson and Crick's double helix, the shape of DNA. Beyond the copper-clad, [helical staircase](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadenza), CEBRA expanded the Experimentarium to include far more space for exhibits — [16 exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-evolution-of-stem), to be precise. Further, the exterior of the building features lightweight aluminum panels whose stippled patterns are designed to be a visual facsimile of the behaviors of fluids (i.e. air and liquid) when they encounter force, pressure, or resistance. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Scientific-themed Design:** Opportunity for architects and designers to incorporate scientific themes into their projects, creating visually striking and conceptually engaging spaces. - **Iconic Image Inspiration:** Potential for using iconic scientific images or symbols as design inspiration, adding recognizable and memorable elements to architectural projects. - **Visually Simulating Behaviors:** Chance to utilize visual elements that replicate the behaviors of fluids, enhancing the sensory experience and creating immersive environments. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architects can explore new design approaches by incorporating scientific themes and iconic images, creating unique and captivating structures. - **Exhibition and Museum Design:** Opportunity for exhibition and museum designers to create interactive and visually stimulating spaces inspired by scientific concepts, enhancing visitor experiences. - **Materials Engineering:** Potential for materials engineers to develop lightweight aluminum panels with stippled patterns that mimic fluid behaviors, offering innovative solutions for diverse industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Protein-Inspired Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-protein-molecule.md) - [Cave-Like Discovery-Themed Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gilder-center.md) - [Organic Spiral Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pasona-natureverse-pavilion.md) - [Dynamic Installation Science Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hainan-science-museum.md) - [Flint Science Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rausing-science-centre.md) - [Poetic Habourfront Nature Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centre-for-coastal-nature-and-sport-fishing.md) - [Community-Centric Headquarters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/communitycentric-design.md) - [Sun-Inspired Disc-Topped Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/science-island-museum.md) - [Sleek Spiralling Ramp Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/czech-pavilion.md)