# Asymmetrically Stacked Skyscrapers The Urban Forest by Mad Architects in Chongqing, China By Bianca | Published 2009-12-02 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-forest References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/9/view/8328/mad-architects-urban-forest.html) & [i-mad](http://www.i-mad.com/?go/#/news/) When it's complete, the Urban Forest by MAD Architects may look like a mountain in the middle of the city, but it will function as a 70-floor commercial and residential [skyscraper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muraba-veil) in Chongqing, China. One of the most amazing parts about climbing a real mountain is the view from the top, a trait MAD Architects incorporated with floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive balconies with [lush gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderwoods-vertical-forest) to make the most of the view. Check out some other sustainable architecture and communities around the world in the related articles below. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/9/view/8328/mad-architects-urban-forest.html), [i-mad](http://www.i-mad.com/?go/#/news/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 89% | 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) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Asymmetrically Stacked Skyscrapers:** A trend in architecture where skyscrapers are designed with an asymmetrical stack, creating a unique and visually striking aesthetic. - **Urban Forest:** A trend in sustainable architecture where skyscrapers incorporate lush gardens and green spaces, creating a natural and eco-friendly environment within the city. - **Floor-to-ceiling Windows and Expansive Balconies:** A trend in building design that incorporates floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive balconies to provide breathtaking views and enhance the overall living experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in architecture lie in exploring and pushing the boundaries of design, incorporating unique features and sustainable elements to create buildings that are visually stunning, functional, and environmentally friendly. - **Real Estate Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in real estate development can be found in creating unique and eco-friendly buildings that provide a new level of luxury and sustainability, attracting environmentally conscious buyers and tenants. - **Urban Planning:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in urban planning involve incorporating green spaces, gardens, and sustainable elements into the design of skyscrapers, creating a more harmonious and nature-integrated urban environment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Captivating Facade Residential Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-river-north.md) - [Forest Tower Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderwoods-vertical-forest.md) - [Greenery-Filled Skyscraper Terrarium](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terrarium-cheongdam.md) - [Rebuilt Historic Train Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/train-station-in-the-forest.md) - [Staggered Cubic Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ooda.md) - [Organic Striking Tower Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-leaves.md) - [Futuristic Factory Rooftop Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ark-extension.md) - [Ski Resort Crystalline Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trojena-ski-resort.md) - [Mountain-Based Curved Viewpoints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yunhai-forest-service-station.md)