# Piercing Crimson Architecture The PathWest Research Lab is Located in the Australian Nedlands By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-03-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pathwest-research-lab References: [lanciatrendvisions](http://www.lanciatrendvisions.com/en/article/pathwest-by-blp-architects-going-back-to-the-lab) & [blp.au](http://blp.com.au) Located in the QEII Health Campus in Australia, PathWest Research Lab is a structure that is both complex and visually striking. The angular building boasts a [patterned facade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mary-schmidt-campbell-center) and a piercing element that acts as its focal point. Beginning with a concrete shell, BLP architecture studio covered their facade with prefabricated elements that were adorned with an abstract and dotted pattern. These brick-like panels were inspired by red blood cells and were juxtaposed with a bright red and geometric door detail. PathWest Research Lab's angular focal point can be seen from miles away and is representative of institution's [blood test services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jawaher-boston-medical-district). Once inside, this medical lab is clean and boasts a minimalist design. Crisp white walls are accented with cool color hints and graphic typography details that help visitors with way-finding. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 9% | 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) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Prefabricated Facades:** The use of prefabricated elements in building facades offers opportunities for efficient construction and creative design options. - **Geometric Door Details:** Incorporating geometric door details into architectural designs can create visually striking focal points and enhance the overall aesthetic of the structure. - **Minimalist Medical Labs:** The trend towards minimalist design in medical labs creates clean and functional spaces that promote a sense of calm and facilitate efficient workflows. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can explore innovative ways to incorporate prefabricated elements into building designs, creating visually appealing and efficient structures. - **Construction:** The construction industry can benefit from the use of prefabricated elements, streamlining the building process and reducing construction time and costs. - **Medical Research:** The field of medical research can adopt minimalist design principles in labs, creating optimal environments for scientific work and improving productivity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Sculptrual Research Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ragon-intitute.md) - [Blocky High-Ride Laboratories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herzog-de-meuron1.md) - [Therapeutic Architecture Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartland-whole-health-institute.md) - [Monochromatic Cosmetic Clinics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmetic-clinic.md) - [Graphic-Accented Brutalist Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jean-verville.md) - [Protein-Inspired Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-protein-molecule.md) - [Perforated Facade School Exteriors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darlington-public-school.md) - [Acrylic Glass Cubic Clinics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t72-dental-clinic.md) - [Transformed Research Facilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zgf-architects.md)