# Alien Growth Art The SOFTlab (n)arcissus Installation was Created for Node 10 By Meghan Young | Published 2010-12-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/softlab-n-arcissus References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/n) & [softlabnyc](http://softlabnyc.com) At first glance, the [ever reflecting SOFTlab (n)arcissus installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowers-and-butterflies-are-dancing) looks like some odd, alien growth formation of some sort. In reality, it is completely man-made out of over 1000 [laser cut panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mathematically-shaped) of mylar and vinyl. Created for Node 10, the SOFTlab (n)arcissus installation is currently hanging in the stairwell of the [Frankfurter Kunstverein Art Center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bl-stations) in Germany. Nevertheless, to first-time visitors, it is not clear that it is actually 9 feet tall. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Reflective Installations:** Reflective installations are gaining popularity in art and design, providing immersive and visually stunning experiences. - **Laser Cut Technology:** Laser cut technology is revolutionizing the creation of intricate designs in various industries, including art and architecture. - **Man-made Organic Structures:** Artificially created organic structures are becoming a captivating and thought-provoking art form, offering unique perspectives on nature and technology. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can explore the use of reflective installations to create captivating and immersive experiences for viewers. - **Technology:** The technology industry can leverage laser cut technology to enhance precision and efficiency in product manufacturing and design. - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can incorporate man-made organic structures to create innovative and visually striking buildings and installations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Inflatable Vibrant Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-dancer.md) - [Gas Rig Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/striking-art-installation.md) - [Reflective Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-caviar.md) - [Mirrored Hall Visual Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/internamente.md) - [Mirrored Sculpture Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabine-marcelis-1.md) - [Mirrored Flower Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflecting-diverseness.md) - [Swirled Public Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tunnel-vision-installation.md) - [Sculptural Biomaterial Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wevolve-labs.md) - [Eclipse-Themed Rooftop Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-zero.md)