# 3D Polycarbonate Portals Reframe for the 2012 Festival of Lively Architecture is Cube-Shaped By Sarah Robson | Published 2012-07-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reframe-for-the-2012-festival-of-lively-architecture References: [booooooom](http://www.booooooom.com/2012/07/23/reframe/) & [festivaldesarchitecturesvives](http://festivaldesarchitecturesvives.com/) Reframe for the 2012 Festival of Lively Architecture was created by artists Adam Scales, Pierre Berthelomeau and Paul Van Den Berg. This unique creation has a 3-dimensional effect that resembles the entrance to a portal. This structure was constructed from [sheets of polycarbonate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirroring-dialogue), and it resembles different objects depending on the angle it is looked at. From above, the structure looks like a cube, but from the side it looks like an optical illusion of a portal gateway. The Festival of Lively Architecture features artworks, structures and raises awareness of a younger generation of architects, landscape artists and urban planners. This five-day festival takes place in the south of France in Montpellier, and every year, 10 teams are chosen to apply for architectural universities and schools in Europe. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, 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's Driving This Trend - **3D Art Installations:** Opportunity for artists and designers to innovate and push the boundaries of traditional art installations using 3D technology and design. - **Polycarbonate Architecture:** Innovative use of polycarbonate in architecture and construction, allowing for versatile and visually striking designs. - **Interactive Festival Installations:** Opportunity to create interactive and immersive installations at festivals and events, engaging audiences and creating unique experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can utilize 3D technology and innovative materials, such as polycarbonate, to create visually stunning and unique art installations. - **Architecture and Construction:** Incorporating polycarbonate into building designs and utilizing 3D technology can lead to innovative and visually striking buildings. - **Event Planning and Marketing:** Creating interactive and immersive installations in festivals and events can lead to increased engagement and memorable experiences for attendees. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Billowing Modular Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curly-cube.md) - [Interactive Architectural Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-landscape.md) - [Code-Generated Pavilion Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-orb.md) - [Children-Collaborative Design Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflect-pavilion.md) - [Captivating Viewpoint-Integrated Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portlantis.md) - [Digital Portal Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-portal-galleries.md) - [Pointy Paper Lantern Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-lantern-pavilion.md) - [Glowing Sphere Art Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netherlands-pavilion.md) - [Living Structure-Based Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canada-pavilion.md)