# Flying Saucer Curvitecture The Dish-Shaped International Conference Center in Ouagadougou By Katherinev123 | Published 2009-11-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/international-conference-center-in-ouagadougou References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2009/11/24/international-conference-center-in-ouagadougou-by-caau/) & [coldefy-associes](http://www.coldefy-associes.com/) By now, I guess I should stop being surprised with architectural designs. Gone are the classic building structures we’re used to; now it’s all deluxe, futuristic shapes like the curvacious International Conference Center in Ouagadougou. The International Conference Center in Ouagadougou, West Africa, was designed by Lille office Coldefy & Associes Architectes Urbanistes (CAAU). The center comprises of three saucer-like structures inspired by the calabash plant, which house the conference center itself, a banquet hall, and a VIP building. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 1% | 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 - **Futuristic Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating avant-garde buildings that challenge traditional design norms. - **Organic Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating natural and curvaceous shapes into architectural structures for a more harmonious and visually striking aesthetic. - **Inspiration From Nature:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Drawing inspiration from plants and natural forms to create unique and eco-friendly architectural designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing cutting-edge architectural designs that push the boundaries of conventional structures. - **Event Planning:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offering event venues with unique and unconventional architectural features to create memorable experiences for attendees. - **Sustainable Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating organic and nature-inspired design elements into sustainable buildings for a more visually appealing and environmentally friendly approach. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stone Building Auditoriums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centre-de-congrs.md) - [Fly Saucer-Shaped Structural Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-never-hut.md) - [Landscape-Concealed Cultural Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chaohu-natural-and-cultural-centre.md) - [Wave-Inspired Civic Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sail-congress-centre.md) - [Artful Cultural Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centre-des-cultures-et-spiritualits-ews.md) - [Ribbon-Like Dynamic Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capital-international-exhibition.md) - [Galactic-Themed Sci-Fi Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-cloud.md) - [AI-Assisted Convention Centres](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/west-bund-convention-centre.md) - [Structural Concrete Arts Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanchang-oct.md)