# Tree Trunk Pillars The Qatar National Convention Center Aims for LEED Gold By Meghan Young | Published 2010-02-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qatar-national-convention-center References: [qf.org.qa](http://www.qf.org.qa/joint-ventures/qatar-national-convention-center) & [yamasakiinc](http://www.yamasakiinc.com/) The [Qatar National Convention Center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lusail-museum) would be impressive enough without going for gold—LEED Gold, that is. Seeking to be the first of its kind in the area, it will feature 3,700 square meters of solar panels amongst other resource-saving features. Designed by Yamasaki Architects, the Qatar National Convention Center is modeled after the Sidra Tree. To open in 2011, even if it doesn't succeed in obtaining a LEED Gold rating, which seems pretty impossible, it's stunning enough to make up for it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Architecture:** The trend of sustainable architecture aims to incorporate environmentally friendly features into building designs. - **LEED Certification:** The trend of pursuing LEED certification promotes energy efficiency and sustainability in building construction. - **Solar Power Integration:** The trend of integrating solar panels into buildings allows for renewable energy generation and reduced reliance on fossil fuels. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** The architecture industry has opportunities to innovate by incorporating sustainable design practices. - **Construction:** The construction industry has opportunities to implement sustainable building methods to achieve LEED certification. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can capitalize on the demand for solar power integration by providing innovative solar panel solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beautifully Sculptural Concrete Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lusail-museum.md) - [Clover-Style Conference Center Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zgc-international-innovation-center.md) - [Climate-Sensitive Pavilion Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/querkraft.md) - [Optimal Energy Research Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alisher-navoi.md) - [Ribbon-Like Dynamic Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capital-international-exhibition.md) - [Organic Striking Tower Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-leaves.md) - [Stone Building Auditoriums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centre-de-congrs.md) - [Traditional Sailing-Inspired Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/from-the-coastline-we-progress.md) - [Wave-Inspired Civic Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sail-congress-centre.md)