# Undulating Pixelated Buildings Hangzhou Waves Boast Mirrored Office and Hotel Structures By Meghan Young | Published 2011-12-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hangzhou-waves References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/chinas-mirrored-cube-building) & [jdsa.eu](http://jdsa.eu/) There is a reason why the [Hangzhou Waves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hangzhou-empathy-museum) is the winning proposal for the new [dual office complex and hotel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/max-zone) in Hangzhou, China. On one hand, it features a pixelated surface that gives it a futuristic appeal that will surely stand the test of time. On the other hand, the Hangzhou Waves boasts a smooth, undulating design that adds an organic touch. Designed by JDS architects, Hangzhou Waves is made up of two structures that complement each other in contrasting yet mirrored ways. The hotel side has multiple terraces running from top to bottom, granting an impeccable view for guests while the office side is [covered in glass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drifting-stones), allowing amble amount of light to pour in. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Pixelated Architecture:** The pixelated surface trend in architecture presents opportunities for creating futuristic and visually striking buildings. - **Undulating Design:** The undulating design trend in architecture offers the potential to create visually dynamic and organic structures. - **Mirrored Structures:** The trend of mirrored buildings provides opportunities for creating visually captivating and harmonious architectural compositions. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can leverage pixelated and undulating designs to create innovative and eye-catching structures. - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can benefit from incorporating pixelated and undulating designs in hotels, providing guests with unique and visually stunning experiences. - **Corporate Real Estate:** The corporate real estate industry can explore mirrored structures to create modern office complexes that combine sleek aesthetics with functional design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Water-Inspired Sales Building](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cifi-group.md) - [Wave-Like Structural Art Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zibo-oct.md) - [Lotus Plant-Inspired Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-future.md) - [Water Flow-Inspired Art Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanhai-arts-center.md) - [Infinity Loop-Shaped Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yohoo-museum.md) - [Translucent Mesh-Wrapped Art Center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flickering-peak.md) - [Glass Facade Premium Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henderson-office.md) - [Sweeping Culture Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/river-culture-and-art-centre.md) - [Serene Waterfront Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lake-house-life-experience-pavilion.md)