# 3D Ceiling Constellations The Grotte Stellaire Installation by Julien Salaud is Intricately Lit By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-05-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grotte-stellaire-installation References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/grotte-stellaire) & [blog.julien-salaud.info](http://blog.julien-salaud.info/) The Grotte Stellaire installation by Julien Salaud is a bold art piece inspired by 17,300-year old cave paintings and the forms found in outer space. The French artist has created a complex ceiling mural that is intricately made from a multitude of luminescent strings. Displaying his work at Paris' newly renovated Palais de Toyko, Salaud has pinned a 3D mural to the space's ceiling, depicting animal and landscape images that take inspiration from Lascaux's famed historical cave paintings. When displayed in the dark, the glowing installation resembles a computer generated image projection or captivating night sky constellation. The Grotte Stellaire installation by Julien Salaud marks the perfect marriage of historical inspirations and the artist's modern design aesthetic. A true visual and sensory experience, this memorable art piece is sure to gain critical acclaim. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Luminescent Installations:** Creating intricate art pieces using luminescent materials to create unique visual experiences. - **Historical Inspirations:** Drawing inspiration from historical art and artifacts to create modern designs and installations. - **Multimedia Art:** Combining different mediums and technologies to create immersive and interactive art experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art:** Exploring new materials and techniques to push the boundaries of artistic expression. - **Interior Design:** Incorporating unique lighting installations and murals to create captivating spaces. - **Event Planning:** Creating memorable and immersive experiences through the use of innovative art installations and designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cave-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cave-bureau.md) - [Cave-Enclosed Residency Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transhumances-iii.md) - [Psychedelic Sculptural Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frank-stella-recent-sculpture.md) - [Tree Branch-Formed Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celestial-attraction.md) - [Lightning-Inspired Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bright-light-shining.md) - [Celestial Ceiling Lighting Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmobile.md) - [Immersive Crystal Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immersive-crystal-installation.md) - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md) - [Geometric Bar-Like Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/empyrean.md)