# Rectangular Stacked Hotels Le Meridien Hotel Has a Distinct Shape By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-07-17 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-meridien References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/neri-hu-le-meridien-zhengzhou-07-17-2014/) & [en.neriandhu](http://en.neriandhu.com/) The Le Meridien hotel was designed by Neri & Hu, who decided to go with a distinct look for its construction. Instead of simply having a [rectangular building going straight up](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ferrocarril-de-cuernavaca-780), the team used multiple rectangular shapes and stacked them atop one another. The result is a [geometrically pleasing hotel design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ndarja). The building is located in China, and this form makes the structure look less imposing than if it were to use one massive block of material. Moreover, the [glass facade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiffany-co-store) allows visitors to have clear views of their surroundings, making the top floor a prime piece of real estate. The hotel will also offer opportunities for events and conferences for businesses in the area. Interestingly, the base has a group of bronze polls at the entrance for an added effect. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/neri-hu-le-meridien-zhengzhou-07-17-2014/), [en.neriandhu](http://en.neriandhu.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Hip Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/hiphotels) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Stacked Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to experiment with unique shapes and forms of buildings, making a standout structure in the locality. - **Geometrical Pleasing Designs:** Architects could look into making intricate designs and arranging them in a visually inviting way to serve multiple purposes such as hotels, recreational centers, and living spaces. - **Customized Architectural Solutions:** Opportunity for designers to come up with custom-made, functional and aesthetically pleasing designs that cater to customer needs. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** Hotels and accommodations that look for unique and elegant designs can take inspiration from this structure, offering guests an unforgettable experience. - **Real Estate:** Real estate moguls that wish to develop structures that stand out in a comparative marketplace can turn to this design approach for inspiration. - **Architecture and Design:** Professional architects and designers can explore innovative designs that go against conventional norms and create a unique marketplace for themselves. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Concrete Hotel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleeping-lab.md) - [Whimsical Urban Hotel Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artyzen-new-bund-31.md) - [Mansion-Topped Surreal Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marison-heler.md) - [Bold Urban Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-hans.md) - [Tall Mumbai-Based Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-meridien-hotels-resorts.md) - [Sculptural Dynamic London Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peninsula-hotel.md) - [Warped Stacked Residence Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quinta-do-rei.md) - [Stacked Pebble-Inspired Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calais-port-tower.md) - [Pyramid-Inspired Hotel Suites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kymaia-hotel.md)