# Race Car-Resembling Constructions The Oasis Exhibition Centre Motors with Architectural Novelty By Alexandra Serrano | Published 2013-01-31 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-exhibition-center References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2013/01/29/oasis-exhibition-centre-by-marquesjordy/) & [marquesandjordy](http://marquesandjordy.com/) The curvaceous intertwining shape of the [Oasis Exhibition Center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis) was designed by Marques & Jordy. The London-based architects were inspired by the sensual and sleek shape of sports cars. Their building's motifs will be an ode to movement, with the boldness of red being a nod to automotive brands such as [Ferrari](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ferrari-world-yas-island). The space is the first of a series and will house [motor showrooms in China](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistic-experience). This first construction boasts over 60,000 square feet and will be located in the District of Chengdu. With its radical forms, the center certainly makes an impression to visitors, giving a grandiose quality to the showcasing of motor brands. According to Marques & Jordy: "China's cities are an inspirational burst of creativity and engineering." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Curvaceous-intertwining-design:** Opportunity for architects and designers to create buildings with bold, dynamic shapes inspired by automotive design. - **Grandiose Exhibition Spaces:** Potential for the development of architectural spaces that provide a grandiose environment for showcasing various industries. - **Architectural Odes to Movement:** Innovation opportunity for architects to incorporate designs that celebrate movement and dynamism in their structures. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects and architectural firms to explore new design concepts and approaches inspired by automotive aesthetics. - **Automotive:** Potential for automotive brands to collaborate with architects and designers to create showrooms and exhibition spaces that reflect the aesthetics of sports cars. - **Building and Construction:** Innovation opportunity for building and construction companies to specialize in creating unique, visually striking structures that resemble race cars and emphasize movement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic Auto Micro Factories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auto-micro-factory.md) - [Ultra-Slick Auto Retail Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latelier-alpine.md) - [Ribbon-Like Dynamic Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capital-international-exhibition.md) - [Architectural Sports Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xian-international-football.md) - [Red Concrete Exhibition Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-box.md) - [Geometric Garage Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-two-cars-garage.md) - [All-Chassis Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotus-evanora-concept.md) - [Trackside Holiday Home Developments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escapade-silverstone.md) - [Sweeping Culture Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/river-culture-and-art-centre.md)