# Sensory Government Buildings Villanueva de la Serena's Congress Center Boasts Immersive Elements By Jana Pijak | Published 2016-02-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/government-building References: [lanciatrendvisions](http://www.lanciatrendvisions.com/en/article/a-congress-center-that-rings-a-bell-by-pancorbo-arquitectos) & [pancorboarquitectos](http://pancorboarquitectos.com) This government building in Spain's Villanueva de la Serena region defies tradition and brings sensory elements to life. Designed by the Pancorbo Arquitectos team, the structure features [interactive meeting spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sammontalo-community-centre), LED-adorned hallways and an exterior facade that is [beautifully sculptural](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aydc-public-art-centre). While its exterior is accented with layered wood panels, the structure's interior spaces are bathed with [natural light](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paviljong-rosendal) while retaining an array of striped shadow panels. When combined with the sun's rays, this building's paneled facade modulates light in intriguing ways. creating a shadow play effect within its walls. Some of this government building's other communal spaces boast digitally enhanced and enclosed elements that are a bold contrast from its airy entrance areas. Overall, this project defies convention, changing society's perception of what a traditional government institution should look and feel like. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Immersive Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to create sensory and interactive experiences within public and government buildings. - **Digital Enhancement:** Opportunity to integrate digital technology into the design of government buildings to enhance user experience and functionality. - **Non-traditional Government Spaces:** Opportunity to challenge traditional design norms by creating government buildings that are visually striking and unconventional. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Architects can explore innovative design strategies to create immersive and digitally enhanced government buildings. - **Technology:** Technology companies can develop solutions and installations to incorporate digital elements into government buildings. - **Public Administration:** Government organizations can embrace non-traditional design approaches to create modern and welcoming spaces for public use. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Diplomatic Shaded Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/us-consulate-general.md) - [Wave-Inspired Civic Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sail-congress-centre.md) - [Sophisticated Government Office Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophisticated-government-office.md) - [Prayer Room Government Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agata-kurzela.md) - [Urban Natural Expansive Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-national-des-forts.md) - [Reflective Artful Calming Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-gesso.md) - [Low-Tech Cathedral Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exchange-pavilion.md) - [Terracotta Concrete Community Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iztapalapa-pilares-community-center.md) - [Arched Concrete Community Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centro-de-colaboracin-arquitectnica.md)