# Illuminated Igloo Architecture The Microcity Sales Office by Mossine Partners is Futuristic By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-05-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microcity-sales-office References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/microcity-sales-office) & [mossinepartners](http://mossinepartners.com/projects.php) The Microcity Sales Office by Mossine Partners is a temporary corporate structure situated outside of Moscow. The 1400-sq-m space resembles an [inflatable igloo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/havn) and is reminiscent of a set design piece common in a futuristic sci-fi flick. Mossine Partners created the spherical structure's outer shell out of PVC fabric and its interior from domes made from riveted balloon forms. The off-kilter real-estate office space is home to a [large exhibition area](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumisphere-experience), a sales area and a relaxing lounge equipped with a cafe and children's playroom. Displaying the company's logo, a hot air balloon floats over the Microcity Sales Office. This all-white interior is anything but traditional referencing a [retro futurist concept](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yoohome) made popular in the 1960s. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 41% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Inflatable Architecture:** The use of PVC fabric in creating temporary structures opens up opportunities for innovative and customizable architectural designs. - **Retro Futurism:** The incorporation of retro futurist concepts in interior design creates a unique and visually captivating experience for customers. - **Futuristic Sales Offices:** Creating sales offices with futuristic designs, such as the Microcity Sales Office, can help companies stand out and create a memorable impression. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Architects and designers can explore the use of innovative materials like PVC fabric to create temporary and visually striking structures. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can draw inspiration from retro futurism to create unique and visually captivating spaces for businesses and clients. - **Real Estate:** Incorporating futuristic designs in sales offices can help real estate companies differentiate themselves and create a futuristic brand image. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Water-Inspired Sales Building](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cifi-group.md) - [Textile Igloo Bedrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takk.md) - [Inflated Design Classroom Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intermittent-dome.md) - [Inflatable House-Shaped Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-architecture-inflatable-tent.md) - [Martian-Informed Inflatable Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martian-house.md) - [Fly Saucer-Shaped Structural Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-never-hut.md) - [Glowing Mosaic Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almais-office.md) - [Billowing Modular Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curly-cube.md) - [Greenhouse Office Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-for-roundtable.md)