# Eye-Like Exteriors The Tenniscalator by David Tajchman is a Serious Timber Structure By Katherinev123 | Published 2009-12-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tenniscalator-by-david-tajchman References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2009/12/21/tenniscalator-by-david-tajchman/) & [davidtajchman](http://davidtajchman.com/) The Tenniscalator by David Tajchman may not have won the competition it was designed for, but it is definitely an impressive structure in anyone’s books. Paris architect David Tajchman designed the Tenniscalator for a competition organized by the [timber company](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthony-timberlands) Sodra. The Tenniscalator by David Tajchman is essentially a multi-level [timber tennis center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daillens-sports-facility) with five floors of courts stacked on top of each other. The facade features [eye-like openings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timber-nest), which according to Dezeen, were inspired by the intricate wood knots found in timber. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 8% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Timber Architecture:** Opportunity to explore more creative and visually appealing uses of wood in large-scale structures. - **Multi-level Sports Facilities:** Opportunity to redesign traditional sports facilities with innovative, space-saving solutions. - **Sustainable Construction:** Opportunity to focus on environmentally responsible construction methods with materials like timber. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to experiment with the creative potential of timber and innovate large-scale sports facilities. - **Sports and Recreation:** Opportunity for sports facilities to optimize space and increase accessibility by adopting multi-level structures. - **Building Materials:** Opportunity for timber companies to promote sustainable construction with their products and collaborate with architects and engineers to push the boundaries of design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wooden Residential Parisian Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamatani.md) - [Public Pavilion Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tess-pavilion.md) - [Tennis-Honoring Intricate Trophies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tennis-hall-of-fame.md) - [Organic Striking Tower Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-leaves.md) - [Self-Shaping Timber Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-flax-pavilion.md) - [Stacked Pebble-Inspired Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calais-port-tower.md) - [Hidden Garden Timber Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-room-around-a-tree.md) - [Timber Research Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthony-timberlands.md) - [Mass-Timber Office Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olympic-games-office.md)