# Chinese Symbol Structures The REN Building by Bjarke Ingels Group has a Harmonious Design By Jordan M | Published 2011-02-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ren-building-by-bjarke-ingels-group References: [big.dk](http://www.big.dk/) The REN Building by [Bjarke Ingels Group](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/museum-for-papirkunst) is a proposed multi-purpose building with a seriously eye-popping design that both culturually and aesthetically attuned to its environment -- two characteristics that are the hallmarks of excellent architecture. Known for their seemingly larger-than-life architectural visions, BIG designed the building to mimic the Chinese 人 (“ren”) which stands for 'person.' One leg of the REN Building by Bjarke Ingels Group hosts a futuristic [water sports cultural center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/river-culture-and-art-centre), while the other is reserved for meeting and conference spaces. Where the two legs meet is the home of a [towering hotel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artyzen-new-bund-31) with over a thousand rooms. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Cultural-inspired Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to create buildings that reflect and celebrate local culture. - **Multi-purpose Buildings:** Designing buildings with versatile spaces that can accommodate a variety of functions and activities. - **Futuristic Design Elements:** Incorporating innovative and futuristic elements into architectural designs for a visually striking impact. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Design:** Opportunities for architects and designers to create innovative and culturally significant buildings. - **Hospitality and Accommodation:** A rise in the demand for unique, visually stunning hotels and accommodation options. - **Events and Conferences:** Creating multi-purpose spaces for hosting meetings, conferences, and other events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Swooped Museum Roof Planes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suzhou-museum-of-contemporary-art.md) - [Lake-Overlooking Tiled Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jinji-lake-pavilion.md) - [Colorful Rooftop Unified Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nantou-hybrid-building.md) - [Water Flow-Inspired Art Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanhai-arts-center.md) - [Arched Garden-Topped Cultural Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hengqin-culture-and-art-complex.md) - [Wave-Like Structural Art Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zibo-oct.md) - [Tea-Honoring Angular Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-xi-2.md) - [Sweeping Culture Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/river-culture-and-art-centre.md) - [Bridge-Defining Tranquil Cities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindfulness-city.md)