# Tentacle Public Restrooms The Kumotota Toilets by Studio Pacific Architecture are Modern & Iconic By Sarah Robson | Published 2012-07-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kumotota-toilets-by-studio-pacific-architecture1 References: [architizer](http://www.architizer.com/en_us/projects/view/kumutoto-toilets/41692/) & [studiopacific.co.nz](http://www.studiopacific.co.nz/home) The Kumutoto Toilets by [Studio Pacific Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zibo-oct) are located in the Synergy Plaza in Wellington, New Zealand. Studio Pacific Architecture wanted to create iconic structures that used strange modern designs while being practical and visible. This eye-catching bathroom consists of two long and curved structures that resemble elongated tentacle sea creatures. Each recognizable structure is comprised of one [public bathroom](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpot) that is made from [concrete and red metal sheets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-bathroom-design). The project's name Kumutoto translates to ancient stream, and this water reference fits the surrounding maritime area. Studio Pacific Architecture was founded in 1992, and it is a well-established architectural firm in Wellington, New Zealand. Studio Pacific has won many awards for its designs specializing in urban regeneration, housing, master planning, arts and modern workspace planning. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Iconic Public Restroom Designs:** The Kumutoto Toilets by Studio Pacific Architecture demonstrate a trend in designing public restrooms to be iconic structures. - **Innovative Public Restroom Materials:** The use of concrete and red metal sheets in the Kumutoto Toilets project can inspire an innovation in the materials used in building public restrooms. - **Water-themed Restroom Designs:** The Kumutoto Toilets project's name and design, which is inspired by water creatures, can start a trend of water-themed public restrooms. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Architectural firms can explore designing iconic and innovative public restrooms like Studio Pacific Architecture's Kumutoto Toilets project. - **Construction:** Construction companies can explore the use of unconventional materials like concrete and metal sheets in building public restrooms to create unique designs. - **Tourism:** The trend of water-themed public restrooms can inspire tourism companies to design their public restrooms to reflect their natural surroundings or themes for a more immersive experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Enclosed Japanese Park Toilets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toiletowa.md) - [Light-Filled Public Restrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivid-toilet-interior.md) - [Amorphous Public Restrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amoeba-public-restroom.md) - [Illuminated Public Artful Toilets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiroo-east-park.md) - [Brutalist Smart Toilets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formation-02.md) - [Artfully Sculptured Textured Toilets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-formation-02.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Metallic Potty Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-portal.md) - [Anti-Splashing Bathroom Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-urinal-design.md) - [Distinctive Airlifted Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karka-tower.md)