# Semi-Transparent Stacked Universities The University of China Opts for Asymmetrical Stacked Floors By M | Published 2016-05-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stacked-floors References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/schmidt-hammer-lassen-architects-wenzhou-kean-university-china-05-11-2016/) & [shl.dk](http://shl.dk/) Schmidt Hammer Lassen has put together an unconventional remodelling design for the [University of China](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faroe-islands) that incorporates [stacked floors arranged asymmetrically](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-seven-floors) on top of each other to create a modern living and educational space for students. The building makes use of the remote and rural location with a semi-transparent design that allows visitors of the space to enjoy the landscape while indoors. The University opts for contemporary architecture that makes use of the geographic placement of space as well as modern material. The building is comprised of fritted glass that is semi-transparent and allows natural light to flood the interior. Each floor is a different rectangular shape and size, that is stacked at a variety of angles to create a uniquely modular exterior shape. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/schmidt-hammer-lassen-architects-wenzhou-kean-university-china-05-11-2016/), [shl.dk](http://shl.dk/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Semi-transparent Architecture:** The use of fritted glass and semi-transparent materials in architecture to create modern and visually appealing spaces. - **Asymmetrical Stacked Floors:** The arrangement of stacked floors at different angles and sizes to create a unique and modular exterior shape in building design. - **Remote and Rural Innovations:** The utilization of the geographic placement of remote and rural areas to create innovative and sustainable architectural designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** Opportunities for architects and designers to explore new materials and techniques in creating visually stunning and modern spaces. - **Higher Education:** Innovative approaches to university building design that incorporate both educational and living spaces for students. - **Sustainable Development:** The use of innovative building designs that make use of natural light and the surrounding environment to create sustainable and energy-efficient structures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Clustered Natural Campus Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hongik-university.md) - [Traditional Sustainable School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universidad-ean-1.md) - [Colorful Rooftop Unified Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nantou-hybrid-building.md) - [Blue-Toned School Makeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuquiang-school.md) - [Ancient Construction Campus Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faroe-islands.md) - [Terracotta-Clad University Faculties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feiden-clegg-bradley.md) - [Traditional Garden-Inspired Cultural Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shanfeng-academy.md) - [Town-Like Classroom Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindergarten-of-museum.md) - [Layered Office Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schieblocks.md)