# Glass-Encased Buildings The 'Quartier Des Spectacles' is Visually Stunning and Eco-Friendly By Meghan Young | Published 2012-04-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quartier-des-spectacles References: [inqmind.co](http://www.inqmind.co/2012/04/quartier-des-spectacles-building-in-montreal/) & [aedifica](http://www.aedifica.com/) The Quartier Des Spectacles is the latest building to emerge on the streets of the arts and entertainment district in Montreal, Canada. A glass-encased wonder, it embraces its neighborhood by way of a statement-making design that is bold during the day and even bolder at night. The Quartier Des Spectacles puts on an eye-catching [multi-hued light show](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-of-light) that will make it one of the biggest attractions on the strip. In addition to its [transparent second skin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helsinki-design-and-architecture-museum), the Quartier Des Spectacles also has a stunning recessed triangular entrance. It will be home to several [arts and culture organizations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourth-wall) as well as the St. Cyr restaurant. Designed by local architecture firm AEdifica, the Quartier Des Spectacles not only meets the partying standards of residents and tourists, it also fulfills LEED environmental sustainability standards. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 91% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Glass-encased Buildings:** Opportunity to create more visually stunning and eco-friendly buildings using glass encasing. - **Multi-hued Light Shows:** Opportunity for incorporating multi-hued light shows for buildings and public spaces. - **Recessed Triangular Entrances:** Opportunity to incorporate more visually appealing recessed triangular entrances in building designs. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Design:** Incorporate more visually appealing and eco-friendly designs for future building projects. - **Entertainment and Tourism:** Integrate multi-hued light shows to attract more tourists and build local entertainment sectors. - **Environmental Sustainability:** Create more sustainable buildings that meet environmental standards to reduce carbon footprint. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glass Pavilion Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diller-scofidio-renfro2.md) - [Graphic-Accented Brutalist Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jean-verville.md) - [Montreal-Inspired Vibrant Officespaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accenture-1.md) - [Pyramid-Roof Glass Greenhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-pavilion.md) - [Stone Building Auditoriums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centre-de-congrs.md) - [Suspended Lighting Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suspended-lighting-installation.md) - [Glass Facade Shopping Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harajuku-quest.md) - [Modern Blue-Accented Academic Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marie-esther-pavilion.md) - [Recycled Glass Retail Facades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulgari-shanghai.md)