# Marble Architecture Dioramas Matthew Simmonds Creates Miniature Carvings Referencing Ancient Eras By Meghan Young | Published 2014-09-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marble-architecture References: [visualnews](http://www.visualnews.com/2014/06/30/incredibly-realistic-interiors-carved-marble-stone/) & [mattsimmonds](http://www.mattsimmonds.com/) When it comes to the miniature marble architecture of Matthew Simmonds, it is hard not to be astounded. Although people may have seem similar creations on a larger scale, notably while on vacation in Italy or Greece, these carvings are just as impressive for different reasons. Full of details, his [classical fine arts sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lithic-bloom) are inspired by his previous career. Having worked on teams in the restoration of [famous historical buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monumental-collection) including the Westminster Abbey and Ely Cathedral in England, he took his experience and applied it to his [marble architecture carvings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-brocca). He says, "To create a sculpture that catches the light and structure of a building and lets the eye wander, to feel that here my eye could live, here a part of me could stay, is a great achievement." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Miniature Architecture Sculptures:** The trend of creating realistic miniature architecture sculptures is growing and could disrupt industries like tourism and interior decoration. - **Fine Arts Carvings:** The trend of classical fine arts carvings could disrupt the art and design industries by ushering in a renewed appreciation for traditional art forms. - **Skill Set Application:** The trend of applying unique skill sets to craft art could lead to disruptive innovation in various industries as people begin to explore the boundaries of their skills. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Tourism:** The tourism industry can potentially be disrupted with the growing trend of miniature architecture sculptures as people can experience the beauty of iconic structures at a smaller scale and from anywhere in the world through virtual reality and other technologies. - **Interior Design:** The interior decoration industry could potentially be disrupted with the growing trend of fine arts carvings as sculptures of classic architectural designs can now be incorporated into interior design as statement pieces. - **Art Restoration:** The art restoration industry could potentially be disrupted as more unique skill sets are applied to classical art techniques, creating new ways to restore and preserve art and other historical structures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Marble Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terra-frammenti.md) - [Collaborative Sculptural Art Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme.md) - [Intersecting Dimensional Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diorama.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Nature-Surrounded Miniature Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mini.md) - [Artful Artisanal Marble Basins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handchiseled-marble-basin.md) - [Miniature Artful Hip-Hop Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danny-cortes.md) - [Scenic Architecture Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/architecture-inspired-table-lamp.md) - [Minimalist Wooden Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-wooden-figures.md)