# Fluorescent Block Buildings The Orange Cube by Jakob and Macfarlane Architects is Hard to Miss By Peter Vallas | Published 2011-02-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jakob-and-macfarlane-architects References: [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/111341/the-orange-cube-jakob-macfarlane-architects/?f=featured) & [jakobmacfarlane](http://www.jakobmacfarlane.com/) Created by Jakob + Macfarlane Architects, The Orange Cube is a [unique building](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t72-dental-clinic) that features a giant indent in the side of it. It may seem at first glance that this building was struck with an asteroid, but this large dent is actually a part of the building's design. Jakob + Macfarlane Architects made this building to be quite the head turner. The Orange Cube features a [powerful color scheme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nantou-hybrid-building) and a surface is that full of many holes and Swiss cheese-like areas. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Fluorescent Block Buildings:** The trend of incorporating bright, eye-catching colors and unique architectural designs in buildings to make them stand out and capture attention. - **Unique Architectural Designs:** The trend of creating buildings with unconventional shapes and features, such as giant indents and Swiss cheese-like areas, to create distinctive and memorable structures. - **Bold Color Schemes:** The trend of using vibrant and attention-grabbing colors in building exteriors to make a bold visual statement and enhance visual appeal. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Construction:** The architecture and construction industry can explore innovative designs and construction techniques to create visually striking buildings that captivate and inspire. - **Real Estate Development:** In the real estate development industry, there is an opportunity to differentiate properties and attract buyers or tenants by incorporating unique architectural designs and bold color schemes in building projects. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can leverage the trend of unique architectural designs and bold color schemes to create visually stunning and distinctive interior spaces that reflect the overall building design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Neon Illustation-Donned Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crafted-world-exhibition-1.md) - [Towering Wooden Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-tower.md) - [Organic Striking Tower Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-leaves.md) - [Graphic-Accented Brutalist Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jean-verville.md) - [Ultra-Colorful High-Density Residential Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdensity-residential-design.md) - [Multifunctional Cross-Disciplinary Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blox-building.md) - [Office Building Rainbow Facades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertical-rainbow-office.md) - [Red Concrete Exhibition Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-box.md) - [Toy Brick-Inspired Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curving-block.md)