# Nature-Infused Industrial Factories The Firm Tianhua Attempts to Naturalize a Factory in China By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-05-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tianhua References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/tianhua-industrial-textile-factory-green-core-tianjin-china-05-13-2014/) & [thape](http://www.thape.com/en/index.php) Tianhua Architecture Firm is trying to turn an [industrial factory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ironworks-caf) in China into something more appealing, both for the workers and passersby. The new design features much more green space, since right now there is none in sight. Water and plants will be seen from the outside as well as within, which should make for a better environment. Industrial factories are not exactly known to be eco-friendly, so this is an attempt to improve the perception of these types of buildings in China. There will definitely be a strong juxtaposition between the new materials put in place and the old ones. In a way having the older structure integrated serves as a reminder to just how far the building has come. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/tianhua-industrial-textile-factory-green-core-tianjin-china-05-13-2014/), [thape](http://www.thape.com/en/index.php) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nature-driven Urban Design:** Integrating green spaces and natural elements in urban settings to enhance livability and well-being. - **Eco-friendly Industrial Transformation:** Revamping traditional industrial buildings to be more environmentally sustainable and aesthetically pleasing. - **Perception-improving Factory Designs:** Reinventing factory structures to enhance public perception and create a positive image for industrial facilities. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Construction:** Opportunity for architects and construction companies to specialize in transforming industrial buildings into nature-infused spaces. - **Urban Planning and Development:** Urban planners can explore incorporating green spaces and natural elements into industrial zones for a more sustainable and attractive environment. - **Sustainable Manufacturing:** Manufacturing industries can adopt eco-friendly practices and design principles to improve the perception of their facilities and align with sustainability goals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Covered Facade Factories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollimarchini.md) - [Tranquil Plant-Filled Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyer-co.md) - [Refreshed Red Brick Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanjing-combat.md) - [Repurposed Factory Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tengbom.md) - [Factory-Converted Revived Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porcelain-factory-plugin-revival.md) - [Biophilic Workplace Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mangrove-garden.md) - [Repurposed Textile Factory Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freitag-1.md) - [Redeveloped Industrial Cafés](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ironworks-caf.md) - [Draped Plant-Design Shopping Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calwer-passage.md)