# Window-Dripping Structures The Steckelhorn 11 Strives to Update Historic Hamburg Area By Meghan Young | Published 2009-11-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steckelhorn-11 References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2009/11/12/steckelhorn-11-by-j-mayer-h/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:) & [jmayerh.de](http://www.jmayerh.de/) Trend Hunter has seen its fair share of [liquidized, melting, watery creations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ellipsis-cafe-bar), but never would I have expected to translate into the [architectural sphere](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bergen-building) like the Steckelhorn 11 building. Located in the old center of Hamburg, this innovative structure brings an artistic and even futuristic feel to the otherwise monotonous area. Designed by J. Mayer H., the Steckelhorn 11 is part of the initiative to renovate this [historic area](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fenix-museum-of-migration). A fantastic addition, check out the gallery to also glimpse its interior. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Liquid Architecture:** The trend of incorporating liquid or melting elements into architectural design offers opportunities for innovative and visually striking buildings. - **Artistic Revitalization:** The trend of integrating artistic elements into urban renovation projects creates opportunities to transform monotonous areas into visually captivating spaces. - **Futuristic Design:** The trend of incorporating futuristic elements in building design presents opportunities to create innovative and forward-thinking architectural structures. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can leverage the trend of liquid architecture to create unique and visually stunning buildings that push the boundaries of traditional design concepts. - **Urban Renewal:** The urban renewal industry can capitalize on the trend of artistic revitalization to transform historic areas into vibrant and visually captivating urban spaces that attract tourists and residents. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can embrace the trend of futuristic design to create innovative and visually unique spaces within buildings, offering a futuristic and immersive experience for users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Textured Glass Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helsinki-design-and-architecture-museum.md) - [Harbor Opera Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hamburg-state-opera.md) - [Spiralling Stainless-Steel Cultural Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/010-building.md) - [Curved Translucent Experimental Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptors-apartment.md) - [Glass Facade Premium Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henderson-office.md) - [Textile-Inspired Skyscraper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airside.md) - [Climate-Sensitive Pavilion Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/querkraft.md) - [Water-Inspired Sales Building](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cifi-group.md) - [Rippled Glass Shopping Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hanwha-galleria.md)