# Cheerful Holiday Installations Studio Cadena's Artwork Delights with Abstract-Style Smiley Faces By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-11-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-installation References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/11/23/happy-installation-studio-cadena-flatiron-new-york/) & [studiocadena](http://www.studiocadena.com/) [Studio Cadena's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isometric-studio) playful holiday installation, located outside of New York City's Flatiron Building, proves to be an unconventional choice for the festive season, but one that will delight passers-by nonetheless. Instead of the traditional color scheme and iconic motifs of celebrated holidays like Christmas and Hannukah, Studio Cadena undertakes a rather largely abstract project. The holiday installation consists of 23 transparent vinyl screens that are prompted up by a black frame. With a rather minimalist aesthetic, the temporary pavilion evokes warmth and happiness with its tonal yellow colorway. Studio Cadena's creation essentially shows a collection of [abstract-forward smiley faces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craig-karl2). The main idea behind the structure is to not only celebrate the holidays but to also "offer light relief at the end [of] a tumultuous year in the US." Photo Credits: Benjamin Cadena ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Playful Holiday Installations:** Opportunity for businesses in the event and art industries to create unconventional and joyful holiday installations that bring delight to passers-by. - **Abstract-style Artwork:** Opportunity for artists and galleries to explore abstract-style artwork as an alternative to traditional holiday motifs, creating a unique and visually stimulating experience. - **Minimalist Aesthetics for Festive Season:** Opportunity for designers and retailers to embrace minimalist aesthetics in holiday decor, offering a modern and sleek alternative to traditional festive themes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Event Planning:** Opportunity for event planners to incorporate unconventional and playful holiday installations into their events, offering a memorable and joyful experience for attendees. - **Art Galleries:** Opportunity for art galleries to showcase abstract-style artwork during the holiday season, attracting a more diverse audience and appealing to art enthusiasts. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers and retailers to explore minimalist aesthetics in holiday decor, offering customers a contemporary and stylish alternative for festive home decorations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Neon Illuminated Christmas Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluorescence.md) - [Nature-Inspired Urban Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kriskadecor-1.md) - [Suspended Lighting Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suspended-lighting-installation.md) - [Exaggerated Holiday Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonder-all-the-way.md) - [Sculptural Holiday Window Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-window-display1.md) - [Digital City-Inspired Art Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-central-station.md) - [Water Tower-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fashion-brand-herms.md) - [Inflatable Vibrant Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-dancer.md) - [Thought-Provoking Interactive Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antibodies-installation.md)