# Monumental Apostrophe Offices The KHNP Headquarters Maps the Path of a Spinning Electron By Amelia Roblin | Published 2012-07-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khnp-headquarters References: [plusmood](http://plusmood.com/2012/07/khnp-headquarters-h-architecture/) & [h-architecture](http://www.h-architecture.com/) A fitting home for the [Korea Hydro Nuclear Power](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brutalist-korea) (KHNP) Headquarters, this project designed by H Architecture takes its formal inspiration from the science of generating electricity. Expansive elliptical curves appear charged and full of potential energy as the building emerges from a narrow point into an enormous ascending structure. Proposed for the South Korean mountainous area of Gyeongju, the office building embodies a truly unique shape that seems to carve its own place in the landscape. The cutting rounded contours of the steel and glass construction give way to a [grand shielded courtyard plaza](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophisticated-government-office) complete with a dish-shaped fountain and stepped sod seating. The expansive curl of the KHNP Headquarters is accented with [glossy curtain wall windows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-in-hashima) that allude to the invisible path of orbiting electrons. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## 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 - **Spinning Electron Architecture:** Designing buildings inspired by the science of generating electricity, leveraging unique shapes and materials. - **Curved Steel and Glass Construction:** Using cutting rounded contours to create distinctive and visually striking architectural designs. - **Invisible Path Window Design:** Incorporating glossy curtain wall windows that mimic the path of orbiting electrons, adding a futuristic and innovative touch. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to explore unconventional designs that draw inspiration from scientific concepts and create visually captivating structures. - **Construction:** Opportunity for construction companies to specialize in building structures with unique shapes and materials, catering to the demand for innovative and eye-catching designs. - **Glass Manufacturing:** Opportunity for glass manufacturers to develop and produce glossy curtain wall windows that mimic the path of orbiting electrons, meeting the growing demand for futuristic and visually appealing architectural elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Curved London Office Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/50-electric-boulevard.md) - [Rooftop Walkway-Topped Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shenzhen-energy-ring.md) - [Pier-Side Dynamic Office Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-hq.md) - [Protein-Inspired Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-protein-molecule.md) - [Shed-Like Storage Facilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerhouse-castle-hill.md) - [Glowing Sphere Art Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netherlands-pavilion.md) - [Industrial Waterfront Headquarters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nderkleiva.md) - [Metal Roof Topped Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-in-hashima.md) - [Modern Concrete Community Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoji-gangneung.md)