# Undulating Sidewalk Sculptures Landhausplatz by LAAC Turned Sad Space into a Lively Square By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-06-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/landhausplatz-by-laac References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2011/06/02/landhausplatz-by-laac-architekten-and-stiefel-kramer-architecture/) & [laac.eu](http://www.laac.eu/) A city is only as happy as its architecture, and Landhausplatz by LAAC Architekten and Stiefel Kramer Architecture brings that zest for into a previously neglected neighborhood corner. The Eduard-Wallnöfer-Platz public square comprised four defining elements before its major overhaul, and in collaboration with Christopher Grüner, the designers were able to frame each while giving the bare space between them a compelling sculptural quality. An [undulating concrete floor carves out benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-furniture1), half-pipes and circular interruptions for planted trees. To solve the problem of excessive run-off, the 9,000 square meter cement slabs have been sliced to allow for the onsite earth absorption of rain. The [monumental landscape architecture project](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/union-terrace-garden) livens up Austria's Innsbruck, and Landhausplatz by LAAC Architekten offers citizens a new social situation for various types of interaction within the plaza. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 11% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Undulating Sidewalk Sculptures:** The integration of sculptural elements into public spaces presents opportunities for innovative and interactive urban design. - **Sustainable Water Management:** The utilization of sliced concrete to allow onsite water absorption presents an opportunity for new sustainable water management solutions in public infrastructure projects. - **Revitalizing Neglected Public Spaces:** Transforming previously neglected public spaces into vibrant community areas presents an opportunity to enhance the overall happiness and well-being of a city's residents. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Landscape Design:** Architecture and landscape design professionals can utilize sculptural elements and sustainable water management solutions to create innovative and engaging public spaces. - **Civil Engineering and Construction:** Civil engineering and construction industries can incorporate sustainable water management solutions into infrastructure projects to promote environmentally-friendly practices. - **Urban Planning and Development:** Urban planning and development industries can utilize revitalization projects to enhance the overall well-being and happiness of a city's residents, while also promoting sustainable practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Public Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-public-seating.md) - [Urban Roofscape Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/central-yards.md) - [Happiness-Increasing Urban Space Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-space-concept.md) - [Intricate Lighting Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-of-common-interest1.md) - [Warm Weather-Catered Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scottsdale-civic-plaza.md) - [Ljubljana Steel Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-sculpture-lj.md) - [Graveyard-Transformed Public Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-of-memories.md) - [Nature-Rooted Family Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haus-am-lagnesberg.md) - [Structural Energetic Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archipelago-playscape.md)