# Public Park Port Architecture Lorcan O'Herlihy Receives Third Place for the Port of Kinmen By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-05-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/port-architecture References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/lorcan-oherlihy-architects-port-kinmen-competition-05-21-2014/) & [loharchitects](http://loharchitects.com/) When it comes to [port architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colectivo-c733), the Port of Kinmen has certainly received some world-renown submissions. The winning design ultimately went to Junya Ishigami, with Lorcan O'Herlihy coming in third place with its nature-infused plan. The architecture company wanted to take the port's natural surroundings and infuse them into the overall design of the building. As such, the proposal featured a [park running through the service center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-ecological-design), allowing passengers to find time to relax before hopping on board. The design features triangular shapes that make up most of the buildings construction. As a results everything is very geometric, with very few curved angles throughout. While the design won't come to fruition, hopefully it will provide inspiration for another project by the firm. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/lorcan-oherlihy-architects-port-kinmen-competition-05-21-2014/), [loharchitects](http://loharchitects.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nature-infused Architecture:** Architecture firms can infuse natural surroundings into building designs to create a more relaxing environment. - **Geometric Shapes:** Using triangular shapes and geometric designs in building constructions can create unique standout pieces of architecture. - **Park-integrated Buildings:** Incorporating parks into building designs can create spaces for passengers and pedestrians to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Design:** Architecture firms can create new designs that incorporate nature and geometry for more unique and relaxing buildings. - **City Planning:** City planners can work with architects to create more park-integrated buildings that improve the natural environment of urban areas. - **Travel and Tourism:** Travel and tourism industries can benefit from relaxing and nature-infused architectural designs that create a more enjoyable and immersive experience for tourists. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Captivating Viewpoint-Integrated Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portlantis.md) - [Upcoming Architectural Floating Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centroparco.md) - [Lighthouse-Inspired Urban Tall Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safdie-architects-1.md) - [Poetic Habourfront Nature Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centre-for-coastal-nature-and-sport-fishing.md) - [Aquarium Park Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lmn-architect.md) - [Elevated Park Nature Lookouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amager-nature-park.md) - [Waterfront Transformation Public Park](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wilmington-waterfront-promenade.md) - [Romantic Seaside Pier Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seaside-pavilion.md) - [Garden City-Inspired Airport Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/changi-airport-1.md)