# Insect-Inspired Pavilions The Cicada Pavilion was Built to Mimic Insect Morphology By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-09-17 | Updated 2015-09-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-morphology References: [davidfrutos](http://davidfrutos.com/) & [tamatestudio](http://www.tamatestudio.com/) Designers Tomás Amat and Pablo Belda of [Tomás Amat Studio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/way-ruler) created the Cicada Pavilion, which pulled inspiration from the idea of insect morphology. The organic structure features a massive wavy dome of [fluidly woven timber](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-flax-pavilion) to represent the insect's tail. This portion leads into the body and then the head. Each section uses a new material to ensure distinct differentiation. The 25-meter pavilion is a cultural space that features a [kiosk-bar and restaurant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teepee-pavilion). The structure makes use of the head and the body as storage and kitchen spaces. The body is made with colored metal bracing to add a playful twist to the overall facility. The Cicada Pavilion can be used year-round and is lit up during the dark nights. The insect morphology pavilion is located within the gardens of a former tobacco factory in Spain. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 12% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Biomimicry Architecture:** Designing architectural structures that mimic patterns and shapes found in nature, such as insect morphology. - **Sustainable Construction:** Creating eco-friendly structures that are energy-efficient and constructed from natural and renewable materials. - **Outdoor Cultural Spaces:** Increasing popularity of outdoor cultural spaces that provide areas for events and gatherings, such as the Cicada Pavilion kiosk-bar and restaurant. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Biomimicry provides opportunities for architects and designers to create structures that blend harmoniously with nature, which can include sustainable construction techniques. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** The increasing popularity of outdoor cultural spaces provides opportunities for the tourism and hospitality industry to expand and cater to the demand for unique and engaging experiences. - **Event Planning:** Outdoor cultural spaces like the Cicada Pavilion present opportunities for event planners to create memorable and unique events that take advantage of the natural environment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Public Pavilion Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tess-pavilion.md) - [Organic Spiral Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pasona-natureverse-pavilion.md) - [Artful Wooden Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orchid-pavilion.md) - [Wind-Responsive Panel Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-biodiversity-pavilion.md) - [Eucalyptus Wood Curved Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armadillo-pavilion.md) - [Bamboo Forest Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-rainforest-pavilion.md) - [Segmented Lightflow Art Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-capsule-in-time.md) - [Climate-Sensitive Pavilion Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/querkraft.md) - [Interactive Architectural Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-landscape.md)