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# Fashion and Architecture Merge

By Fashion Spy | Published 2006-01-24 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fashion-and-architecture-merge
References: [boingboing.net](http://www.boingboing.net/2006/01/16/fashion_of_architect.html)

It appears that [architecture and fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-and-mad-architects) are now one. You can learn more at the [Center for Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andreas-angelidakis1) in NY.

"Architecture is making its presence felt in fashion as the pliable metals, membrane structures, lightweight glasses and flexible plastics used in building construction are creeping on to the catwalks. At the same time, architects and interior designers are borrowing the techniques of pleating and draping from traditional tailoring to design buildings that are interactive, inflatable, and even portable. Works by practitioners such as Zaha Hadid, Winka Dubbeldam, Shigeru Ban, Kivi Sotamaa, David Adjaye, [Block Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-block-down-2), 6a Architects, Lars Spuybroek, Stuart Veech and Meejin Yoon are showcased alongside architectonic apparel from fashion mavericks such as Martin Margiela, Hussein Chalayan, Yoshiki Hishinuma, Yeohlee, Pia Myrvold, Yohji Yamamoto, Boudicca, Eley Kishimoto, Kei Kagami, Michiko Koshino, StÃ©phanie Coudert, Simon Thorogood, Nicola de Main, and Arkadius. The exhibition features a special installation from Paris-based artist Lucy Orta." - Center for Architecture

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.8/10
- Popularity: 84% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion)

## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Architectural Fashion:** Opportunity for creating fashion designs inspired by architectural elements and techniques.
- **Interactive Buildings:** Potential to design buildings that incorporate interactive features for enhanced user experience.
- **Portable Architecture:** Innovation in creating portable and easily transportable architectural structures.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can explore incorporating architectural elements and techniques into their designs.
- **Architecture:** Architects can utilize pleating and draping techniques from tailoring to create innovative buildings.
- **Art Installations:** Artists have the opportunity to merge fashion and architecture in unique installations.

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