# Elaborately Entangled Installations Tangling by Akihisa Hirata Hypnotizes with Curvaceous Shapes By Alexandra Serrano | Published 2012-09-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangling-by-akihisa-hirata References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2012/09/19/tangling-by-akihisa-hirata/) & [hao.nu](http://www.hao.nu/) The Architecture Foundation in London features 'Tangling' by Akihisa Hirata, a modern and striking installation. Contained within the twisting structure in the institution's centric location, the work showcases [fine attention paid to design detailing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fold-and-crease-extended). The models are perched on the arched openings and are made of geometric clusters that are meant to show the inspiration behind the architect's building and space design. According to Dezeen Magazine, Hirata explains that the initiative of this installation focuses on "linking the architecture of the future to the nature of living things.” With Tangling, he succeeds in creating a seemingly organic feel to the [spiraling geometric shapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pasona-natureverse-pavilion). The installation is Hirata's first solo work outside of Japan. His [nature-inspired design ethos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kriskadecor-1) is sublime, and showcases a one of a kind creative vision. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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's Driving This Trend - **Nature-inspired Design:** Tangling's nature-inspired design ethos presents an innovative opportunity for architects to incorporate sustainable and organic elements in their designs. - **Geometric Clusters:** A focus on intricate geometric clusters holds potential for new design methodologies in various industries such as interior design and fashion. - **Installation Art:** Demand for installations like Tangling may lead to a rise in further installations for public and private spaces, presenting an opportunity for artists to expand into this field. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Tangling's approach to organic architecture suggests an opportunity for architects to incorporate nature-inspired design elements into their future projects. - **Interior Design:** Tangling's geometric clusters illustrate potential for interior designers to integrate unique and intricate designs in commercial and residential spaces. - **Art:** The installation art showcased by Tangling indicates a potential increase in demand for similar pieces in public and private spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tactile Material Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-world-sharp-edges.md) - [Billowing Modular Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curly-cube.md) - [Warped Georgian Townhouse Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-week-at-the-knees.md) - [Tubed Immersive Organ-Like Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organlike-installation.md) - [Brain-Like Labyrinths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brash-collective.md) - [Inflatable Vibrant Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-dancer.md) - [Hopeful Design Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evolving-harmony.md) - [Swirled Public Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tunnel-vision-installation.md) - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md)