# Buoyant Knotted Buildings The MSD Seaman's Church Institute Relocates the Agency to the Water By Amelia Roblin | Published 2014-02-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/msd-seamans-church-institute References: [misosoupdesign](http://www.misosoupdesign.com/knot.html) This compelling proposal for the MSD Seaman's Church Institute positions the agency's New York City headquarters around the [South Street Seaport area](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jesselton-docklands), yet this neighborhood is ever growing and changing. Given the importance of this site, Miso Soup Design suggests that the structure be shifted off land and placed nearby upon the water. After all, it is a center for mariners. The intriguing computer model of the building not only reveals a fascinating [floating architectural style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pura-vida-floating-home), but also a form that is completely unique. Inspired by the manipulated shape of a sailor's knot, the edifice extends from Manhattan as a thick rope-like [pedestrian bridge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquapraa), winding around continuously from one large room into another. The MSD Seaman's Church Institute would even incorporate an open-roofed section with a path and a lush garden. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Floating Architecture:** Opportunity for designing innovative buildings that can float on water. - **Unique Building Structures:** Demand for creative architectural designs that stand out and capture attention. - **Green Urban Spaces:** Growing interest in incorporating open-roofed sections with gardens in urban environments. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to explore new design techniques for floating structures. - **Construction:** Demand for construction companies capable of building unique and unconventional structures. - **Urban Planning:** Potential for incorporating green spaces and innovative building designs into urban development projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Plastic Floating Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mast.md) - [Boat-Inspired Community Center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esbjerg-maritime-center.md) - [Floating Marine Park Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smrket.md) - [Industrial Waterfront Headquarters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nderkleiva.md) - [Upcoming Architectural Floating Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centroparco.md) - [Wave-Inspired Civic Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sail-congress-centre.md) - [Docked Ship-Inspired Tea Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/billy-otea.md) - [Metaphorical Physical Community Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lighthouse-church.md) - [Lakeside Lab Hub Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boathouse-zuka.md)