# Immersive Igloo-Like Installations PODS by Danielle Tay Provides Topographical Atmospheres Within By Meghan Young | Published 2013-05-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pods-by-danielle-tay References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2013/05/environment-pods-art.html) & [danielletay](http://www.danielletay.com/) PODS by Danielle Tay, a Singaporean artist currently studying in London, England, may look like igloos from the outside, especially when lit with the eerie blue light as though the exhibit were simulating a cold night in the arctic, but they house more than just snow and ice. In fact, there is no snow or ice in sight. Instead, visitors are invited to explore inside to experience various environments. An [immersive art installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remembering-the-future), PODS by Danielle Tay consists of several [half-dome structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osmanthus-moon) that offer a stronger feeling of warmth inside. This is due in large part to the use of woods, fabrics and other materials than portray more hospitable atmospheres. PODS by Danielle Tay was showcased during the Art Experiment 2013 show at the [Garage Center for Contemporary Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garage-beer-x-vyper-chair) in Moscow, Russia. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Immersive Installations:** PODS provides an immersive and topographically diverse experience for visitors. - **Sensory Environments:** Using a variety of materials, PODS creates a sensory experience that engages multiple senses. - **Atmospheric Simulations:** PODS simulates different environments to create strong emotional responses in visitors. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** PODS pushes the boundaries of traditional art installations and opens up new possibilities for immersive experiences. - **Experiential Marketing:** PODS provides a unique opportunity for brands to create memorable and engaging experiences for their customers. - **Event Planning:** PODS can be used to create unique and unforgettable event spaces that transport guests to different worlds. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md) - [Textile Igloo Bedrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takk.md) - [Billowing Modular Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curly-cube.md) - [Immersive Dome Exhibit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumisphere-experience.md) - [Monumental Air Installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iwagumi-air-scape.md) - [Site Specific Mixed-Media Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamsphere.md) - [Cave-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cave-bureau.md) - [Tubed Immersive Organ-Like Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organlike-installation.md) - [Immersive Light Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md)