# Architectural Keyboard Sculptures This Paul Chan Artwork By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-09-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keyboard-sculpture References: [sweet-station](http://sweet-station.com/blog/2014/09/paul-chan/) & [guggenheim.org](http://www.guggenheim.org/new-york/collections/collection-online/artists/bios/8012) This keyboard sculpture transforms a classic learning tool into an architectural skyline. The piece was conceived by Paul Chan, an artist who is no stranger to surrealism and experimentation. Chan challenges common perceptions with his unique and intricately constructed sculpture. The art piece is iconic and archaic, reminding one of the nostalgia that is associated with old keyboards and discarded technology in general. After moving to Omaha, Nebraska from Hong Kong, the artist completed his studies at the [School of the Art Institute of Chicago](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-handloom-day) and [Bard College](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bard-college). In addition to his impressive [keyboard sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keyboard-design1), Paul Chan is known for experimenting with film projection, typefaces and is also a recognized political activist. His work has been exhibited in the Guggenheim and other renowned North American galleries. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Artistic Technology-repurposing:** Repurposing technology into art pieces with intricate designs - **Surrealist Sculptures:** Creating sculptures that challenge common perceptions through surreal designs - **Nostalgic Designs:** Incorporating nostalgia in the design of artwork through the use of iconic and archaic objects ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Art and design industry can explore collaboration with technology companies to develop unique products out of outdated technology - **Museum and Gallery:** Museums and galleries can showcase unique and artistic technology repurposing designs and attract more visitors - **Political Activism:** The intersection of art and political activism can be further explored for impactful and thought-provoking designs ## Related on Trend Hunter - [NYC-Inspired Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-icebreaker.md) - [Sculptural Art Pianos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steel-and-stone-piano-v2.md) - [Slim Brutalist Functional Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cleaver.md) - [Modular Hexagonal Cap Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kbird-spec-project.md) - [Sustainable Hand-Crafted Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/working-synth.md) - [Adaptable Keyboard Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keyboard-concept.md) - [Metallic Brutalist Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-keyboard.md) - [Multifunctional Hidden Display Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scroom-keyboard.md) - [Sci-Fi Film-Inspired Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-expression-series-mechtropolis-keyboard.md)