# Twisting Sculptural Skyscrapers SOM Has Been Commissioned to Build a Tower in Gothenburg By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-06-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tower-in-gothenburg References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/som-skidmore-owings-merrill-scandinavias-tallest-tower-gothenburg-sweden-06-18-2014/) & [som](http://www.som.com/) Architecture firm SOM has been commissioned to build a tower in Gothenburg, which will be the highest in the city. With a sleek finish and twisted sculpture, it will surely stand out on the skyline. SOM beat out other well known architects such as Zaha Hadid to achieve this spot for a variety of reasons. One of the main points that played a factor, however, was how the team ensured the building was well-integrated with the surrounding urban environment. Considering how tall the structure will be, it's important that it works with the already-existing buildings in the area instead of hindering them. Moreover, it helped that the skyscraper was so unique in design, so that it will really add a sense of intrigue to the skyline. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/som-skidmore-owings-merrill-scandinavias-tallest-tower-gothenburg-sweden-06-18-2014/), [som](http://www.som.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Twisted Sculptural Skyscrapers:** Opportunity for architects to incorporate unique skyscraper designs that complement surrounding urban environments. - **Sleek High-rise Towers:** Increasing demand for high-rise buildings with smooth, modern finishes. - **Sustainability-centric Skyscrapers:** Opportunity for the creation of environmentally sustainable high-rise buildings. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to design unique and sustainable high-rises that complement surrounding urban environments. - **Construction:** Increasing demand for construction of modern, visually-attractive high-rise buildings. - **Environmentally-friendly Technology:** Opportunity to incorporate environmentally-friendly technology in the construction of high-rise buildings such as solar panels and energy-efficient lighting systems. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Feminine Silhouette Tall Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telus-sky-tower.md) - [Ski Resort Crystalline Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trojena-ski-resort.md) - [Black Terracotta Office Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/287-building.md) - [Twisted Concrete Tower Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alta-tower.md) - [Gracefully Dynamic Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bond-tower.md) - [Staggered Tower Texan Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1550-on-the-green.md) - [Sail-Shaped Skyscapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olympia-dumbo.md) - [Glass Facade Premium Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henderson-office.md) - [Greenery-Filled Skyscraper Terrarium](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terrarium-cheongdam.md)