# Modern Floating Pavilions The 'Brook House' is Situated on the Rawa River By Ell Smith | Published 2017-10-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rawa-river References: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/design/jakub-szczesny-brook-house-rawa-river-10-04-2017/) & [culture.pl](http://culture.pl/en/artist/jakub-szczesny) Situated on the Rawa river, the 'Brook House,' designed by Jakub Szczesny serves as a [scenic, social gathering point](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquapraa). The gorgeous [floating abode](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holocene-house), brings attention to the waterway, which, due to its narrowness, is rarely enjoyed by the public. To encourage more people to enjoy the city's canal, this thoughtfully designed pavilion, was docked next to a university, and is open to the public. Both chic and designed with comfort in mind, this device invites guests to sit back and enjoy the natural surroundings. The [floating pavilion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-landscape) is equipped with a roofed room which sits atop a metal base, providing a scenic view point for the guest. This project serves as an example of the influence architecture can have on its natural surroundings. Photo Credits: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/design/jakub-szczesny-brook-house-rawa-river-10-04-2017/), [culture.pl](http://culture.pl/en/artist/jakub-szczesny) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Floating Pavilions:** The concept of floating pavilions offers a disruptive innovation opportunity by creating unique and interactive gathering spaces on waterways. - **Waterfront Architecture:** The trend of waterfront architecture presents an opportunity to design structures that enhance the natural surroundings and provide public access to underutilized waterways. - **Scenic View Points:** Building structures with scenic view points allows for the creation of immersive experiences that connect people with their natural environment. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can benefit from embracing the trend of designing floating pavilions and waterfront structures that enhance public access and engagement with waterways. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** The tourism and hospitality industry can capitalize on the trend of creating scenic view points and immersive experiences, attracting visitors who seek unique and picturesque settings. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planning professionals can explore the trend of incorporating floating pavilions and waterfront architecture as part of their strategies to revitalize underutilized waterways and enhance public spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Floating Creek Pavilion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-roost-1.md) - [Floating River Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-river-cabin.md) - [Serene Waterfront Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lake-house-life-experience-pavilion.md) - [Floating Sauna Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watercave.md) - [Bamboo Luxe Pool Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/godai-pavilion.md) - [Lighweight Birdwarching Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-roost.md) - [Illuminating Water-Based Pavillions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelter-pavilion.md) - [Modern Floating Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pura-vida-floating-home.md) - [Artfully Made Floating Plazas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquapraa.md)