# Literal Computer Rooms Marek Tomasik Covers an Entire Room in Old Computer Parts By Michael Hines | Published 2011-06-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marek-tomasik References: [bitrebels](http://www.bitrebels.com/geek/dead-computer-room-makes-you-want-to-say-wtf/) & [instalacja.oksir.eu](http://www.instalacja.oksir.eu/) Polish sculptor Marek Tomasik has done his part to keep old computers out of with his [art installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faraday-cage) 'You Sometimes Have To Be Open.' The installation is actually a [room made entirely out of wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seed-stories) and old computer parts. The room is 16-feet-long and 13-feet-wide with a 15-foot ceiling. Every inch of the room, save for the floor, is covered with [old computer cases and parts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-craftmanship-a-new-world). The meaning behind the installation is unknown to those who don't speak Polish, but I can imagine that the artist was tired of hearing about landfills clogged with old tech and decided to take a stand. Regardless of his reason, Marek Tomasik has created something truly unique. You can check out stills or a video of 'You Sometimes Have To Be Open' here. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upcycled Art:** Artists are using discarded materials like old computer parts to create unique and environmentally-friendly installations. - **E-waste Recycling:** The growing concern over electronic waste is driving the development of innovative recycling methods and technologies. - **Sustainable Design:** Designers are incorporating recycled materials into their creations to promote sustainability and reduce waste. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can explore new opportunities by incorporating upcycled materials into their projects and installations. - **Environmental Technology:** Companies in the environmental technology sector can develop recycling innovations to address the growing issue of electronic waste. - **Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can explore sustainable design practices and use recycled materials in their production processes to reduce waste and environmental impact. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Bar Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bar-installation.md) - [Retro Puzzle Block Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-fan-build.md) - [Sizable Chair Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-installation.md) - [Recycled Component Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-component-computers.md) - [Robotic Digital Surveillance Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accept-all.md) - [Industrial Architecture-Themed Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/industrial-archaeology.md) - [Mushroom-Constructed Room Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mush-room.md) - [Minimalist Computer Chassis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computer-2.md) - [Tubed Immersive Organ-Like Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organlike-installation.md)