# Preserved Postmodern Building Renovations Snøhetta Produces an Updated Vision for the AT&T Project By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-12-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/postmodern-building References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/12/04/550-madison-snohetta-update-philip-johnson-att-building/) & [snohetta](https://snohetta.com/) Philip Johnson's [AT&T](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixeduse-gathering-space) structure gained landmark status earlier this year as a valuable postmodern building example and, as a result, architectural firm [Snøhetta](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertikal-nydalen) had to revise its proposed plans for renovation. Instead of installing large panels of glass onto the building's facade — an action that surely will establish a strong relationship between exterior and interior, the studio opts in to "preserve and revitalize" the existing postmodern building instead. Amid preparing the AT&T tower for large traffic, Snøhetta is planning on pushing walls to expand spaces and replacing the elevators with larger ones. One of the more design-friendly renovations that the architectural firm is attempting to execute is the installment of a large indoor garden in the postmodern building that will definitely inspire residents and visitors. Photo Credits: LMNB and Snøhetta ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Preserved Postmodern Building Renovations:** Snøhetta is leading the trend of preserving and revitalizing postmodern architecture, finding innovative ways to update these iconic buildings. - **Expanding Spaces:** Architectural firms like Snøhetta are pushing the boundaries of traditional building design by expanding spaces within existing structures, creating more dynamic and functional environments. - **Indoor Gardens:** The installation of large indoor gardens in postmodern buildings is becoming a popular trend, bridging the gap between nature and urban spaces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Design:** The architectural industry can benefit from the trend of preserving and revitalizing postmodern buildings, offering new opportunities for sustainable and innovative design solutions. - **Construction:** The construction industry can seize the trend of expanding spaces in existing structures, offering specialized services for renovations and remodels. - **Horticulture and Landscaping:** The horticulture and landscaping industry can tap into the trend of indoor gardens in postmodern buildings, providing expertise in creating and maintaining these unique green spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Post Office-Transformed Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brest-post-office.md) - [Mid-Century Renovation Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-perch.md) - [Art Deco-Tower Angular Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-libeskind.md) - [Revamped Observation Levels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cn-tower-renovation.md) - [Modernist Art-Deco Cafés](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watchhouse-caf.md) - [Restored Retail Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moma-design-store-soho.md) - [Performance Hall Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powell-hall.md) - [Transformed Architecture Schools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-university-1.md) - [Vaulted Glass Structure Additions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domino-sugar-refinery.md)