# Politically-Charged Architectural Proposals Vilius Vizgaudis Debuts a Sustainable Utopian Concept By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-07-24 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/utopian-concept References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2019/07/24/vilius-vizgaudis-paris-agreement-texas-sustainable-living/) & [viliusvizgaudis](https://www.viliusvizgaudis.com/Gift-Freedom-Equality-and-Diversity) Vilius Vizgaudis — a graduate of the Barlett School of Architecture, embraces a Blue Sky idea and creates visual renditions of a [sustainable utopian concept](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-normal-exihibition). The environmentally inspired proposal is a bold reimagination of Paris, Texas. The methodologies executed in the masterplan envision an American city that will be able to thrive under the boundaries of the Paris Agreement — a deal that the [United States](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-archischool) withdrew from in 2017. The utopian concept also operates on the basis of the "symbolic value of Paris as a world capital in climate resilience". Simply dubbed 'The Gift,' Vilius Vizgaudis taps creativity in his concern for the planet. Moreover, the [eco-friendly metropolis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-ecological-design) is intended to act as "a bid to entice president Donald Trump to rejoin the Paris Agreement." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Utopian Concepts:** There is an opportunity for architects and urban planners to explore and implement sustainable utopian concepts in response to environmental concerns. - **Climate-resilient Masterplans:** Developing masterplans that prioritize climate resilience and can thrive under the boundaries of international agreements, such as the Paris Agreement, can be a disruptive innovation in the field of urban planning. - **Political Engagement Through Architecture:** Architectural proposals that aim to engage politicians and policymakers in environmental issues can create opportunities for advocacy and action. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Urban Planning:** The architecture and urban planning industry can harness sustainable utopian concepts to create more environmentally friendly and resilient cities. - **Environmental Advocacy:** The environmental advocacy industry can utilize climate-resilient masterplans and politically engaged architecture to push for more sustainable policies and practices. - **Government and Policy:** Government entities and policymakers can be involved in implementing sustainable utopian concepts and shaping climate-resilient masterplans for cities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reanimated Power Plant Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manresa-island.md) - [Sustainable Futures Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planet-city.md) - [Bridge-Defining Tranquil Cities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindfulness-city.md) - [Mass-Timber Office Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olympic-games-office.md) - [Floating City Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/justinian-khoo.md) - [Zero-Carbon City Concept Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-normal-exihibition.md) - [Artfully Made Floating Plazas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquapraa.md) - [Climate-Awareness Soft Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamstones.md) - [Happiness-Increasing Urban Space Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-space-concept.md)