# Porous Coral Sculptures NonLin/Lin Pavilion Experiments with the Illusion of Space By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-07-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonlin-lin-pavilion References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/41597/) & [theverymany](http://theverymany.com/constructs/10-frac-centre/) It's easy to take space for granted, since within months of life, infant eyes grow to accept the depth of the world around them. The NonLin/Lin Pavilion, however, is one project that asks viewers to consider three dimensions as if for the very first time. The unusual large-scale object looks as though it might represent any number of organic forms, form the inner structures of the human body, to the [anatomy of underwater coral species](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alherd). Marc Fornes and [THEVERYMANY](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-orb) were collaborators on Orleans' [FRAC Centre installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tess-pavilion), and they instilled a mysterious beauty amidst the fluid interaction of solids and voids in the perforated material. Undulating tubular shapes and curved cavities provide compelling shapes through which observers can peer and pass. The NonLin/Lin Pavilion offers an eye-opening abstract experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 68% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Illusion of Space:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating immersive virtual reality experiences that challenge viewers' perception of space. - **Perforated Material:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing new materials with intricate perforation patterns for architectural and design applications. - **Fluid Interaction of Solids and Voids:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing interactive products or structures that seamlessly combine solid and void elements for enhanced user experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating advanced 3D printing technologies to create highly complex and visually stunning architectural structures. - **Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring new methods and materials to create visually intriguing and interactive designs. - **Virtual Reality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing virtual reality platforms and applications that push the boundaries of spatial perception and immersion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Organic Spiral Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pasona-natureverse-pavilion.md) - [Interactive Architectural Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-landscape.md) - [Reflective Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-caviar.md) - [Code-Generated Pavilion Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-orb.md) - [Floating Canopy Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piloti-canopy.md) - [Living Structure-Based Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canada-pavilion.md) - [Interactive Public Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radius-transformation-pavilion.md) - [Serene Waterfront Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lake-house-life-experience-pavilion.md) - [Tubed Immersive Organ-Like Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organlike-installation.md)