# Upcycled Umbrella Art Izaskun Chinchilla Designed This Colorful Umbrella Canopy in NYC By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-06-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/umbrella-canopy References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2015/06/16/governors-island-pavilions-billion-oysters-bang-studio-organic-growth-izaskun-chinchilla-architects-new-york-city/) & [izaskunchinchilla.es](http://izaskunchinchilla.es/) This gorgeous umbrella canopy created by Izaskun Chinchilla will be on display for the entire summer on New York's Governors Island. The use of vibrantly colored old umbrellas creates an eye-catching display that also functions as a dome. The umbrella canopy can shelter people when it rains and provide shade on sunny days. This beautiful structure called 'Organic Growth Pavilion' was one of two finalists chosen during the 2015 'City of Dreams' competition hosted by the [American Institute of Architects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joby-air-taxi) New York Chapter's Emerging Architects Committee. This striking piece of functional art is a brilliant display of how [recycled items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures) can be turned into beautiful and inspiring artworks. The upcycled structure will be taken down at the end of the summer to be made into chandeliers, sun canopies and oyster beds. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upcycling:** Opportunities for transforming old items into beautiful and inspiring artworks. - **Functional Art:** Creating visually striking pieces that also serve a practical purpose. - **Sustainable Design:** Using recycled materials to create innovative and environmentally friendly structures. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** Exploring new ways to create functional and visually appealing artworks. - **Architecture:** Incorporating sustainable design practices and upcycled materials into architectural projects. - **Home Decor:** Designing sustainable and visually striking pieces for interior decoration. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chinese Tradition-Honoring Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chinese-paper-umbrella.md) - [Artist-Designed Umbrella Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-rain-artist-series.md) - [Space-Inspired Folding Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloombrella.md) - [Bamboo Parasol Community Canopies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tapmi-center.md) - [Floating Canopy Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piloti-canopy.md) - [Modular Umbrella-Made Trading Stalls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/umbrella-crate-stall.md) - [Rainwater Multifunctional Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raindrop-1.md) - [Umbrella-Inspired Whimsical Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wasaga-lamp.md) - [Upcycled Tent Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-festival-waste.md)