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# Oasis-Like Urban Rejuvenation Projects
MVRDV's Tainan Spring is Built in a Vacant Shopping Centre

By Kalin Ned | Published 2020-03-16 | Eco
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rejuvenation-project
References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2020/03/12/mvrdv-tainan-spring-taiwan-architecture-landscape/) & [mvrdv.nl](https://www.mvrdv.nl)

Many cities have begun to emphasize and support various rejuvenation projects that will deliver ecological relief and greener public spaces to the urban environment. This effort in southern Taiwan is a great example of this.

Tainan Spring is a contemporary rejuvenation project that is overseen by [MVRDV](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gate-m-west-bund-dream-center). It takes the place of a vacant China-Town Mall and is described as a "lush lagoon" by the firm. A [sunken park](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cmp-inspiration) and a public pool are among the features that will ensure a plentitude of public access and revitalizing possibilities for the neighborhood. While the vegetation is expected to "develop into a lush jungle" over the course of the years, the rejuvenation project maintains some industrial features as MVRDV preserves the remains of the shopping mall itself.

Image Credit: Daria Scagliola

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.4/10
- Popularity: 96% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Urban Rejuvenation Projects:** Opportunity for creating greener public spaces and ecological relief in cities.
- **Contemporary Rejuvenation:** Potential for transforming vacant spaces into vibrant and accessible areas.
- **Preserving Industrial Features:** Opportunity to incorporate historic elements into modern rejuvenation projects.

### Where This Applies

- **Architecture:** Architects and designers can explore innovative strategies for urban rejuvenation.
- **Real Estate:** Real estate developers can capitalize on the demand for revitalized urban spaces.
- **Landscaping:** Landscape designers can contribute to the creation of greener public spaces.

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