# Sleek Skeletal Hotels The Godfrey Hotel by Valerio Dewalt Train Associates Celebrates Luxury By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-08-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/godfrey-hotel References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/godfrey-hotel-by-valerio-dewalt-train-associates) & [buildordie](http://www.buildordie.com/) The Godfrey Hotel by Valerio Dewalt Train Associates is located in the heart of Chicago's north-west neighbourhood. The sleek structure features a stacked and linear design that is composed of layered box elements. In addition to these heavier volumes, the hotel also boasts ribbed geometry details that are inspired by the skeletal forms of the human body. Valerio Dewalt Train Associates' Godfrey Hotel has gained attention both for its stunning design and "[truss construction](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ferrocarril-de-cuernavaca-780)", a favorite of the architecture studio. The building's visually striking facade stands out against its [urban Chicago backdrop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-st-regis-chicago-x-atelier-mira-couture) that features a mix of mostly traditional buildings. This [modern architecture piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/w-florence) is sure to become a monumental symbol of the city's skyline and is a project that relies on an equal balance of form and function. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sleek Skeletal Designs:** The use of layered box elements and ribbed geometry inspired by the skeletal forms of the human body is a disruptive innovation opportunity for architects and designers. - **Truss Construction:** The use of truss construction in architectural design, as seen in the Godfrey Hotel, offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for the construction industry by providing unique structural solutions. - **Urban Skyline Icons:** Creating visually striking, modern architecture pieces like the Godfrey Hotel that become monumental symbols of a city's skyline presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the tourism and hospitality industry. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture & Design:** The architecture and design industry can explore the innovative use of sleek skeletal designs, such as layered box elements and ribbed geometry, to create visually captivating and functional structures. - **Construction:** The construction industry can embrace the use of truss construction techniques to offer unique and efficient structural solutions in various building projects. - **Tourism & Hospitality:** For the tourism and hospitality industry, the creation of visually striking, modern architectural landmarks like the Godfrey Hotel can attract tourists and enhance a city's skyline. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bold Urban Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-hans.md) - [Sculptural Dynamic London Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peninsula-hotel.md) - [Elevated Urban Luxe Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pulso-hotel.md) - [Sculptural Concrete Hotel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleeping-lab.md) - [Contemporary Atlanta Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morris-adjmi.md) - [Brutalist Hotel Transformation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairmont-golden-prague.md) - [Cut-Out Structural Narrow Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-rakuragu.md) - [Tokyo-Inspired Contemporary Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trunkhotel-cat-street.md) - [City-Overlooking Tranquil Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bellustar.md)