# Fluid Eco Skyscrapers Vahan Misakyan's Glistening Self-Sufficient Tower By Tiana Reid | Published 2010-07-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vahan-misakyan References: [vahan-architecture](http://www.vahan-architecture.com/) Architect Vahan Misakyan has designed a beautiful eco skyscraper that resembles a glistening [splash of water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vga-water-tower). The humbling tower is a concept designed specifically for the city of Yerevan in Armenia. Equipped with [wind turbines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-jantzen-2), rainwater collection systems and photovoltaic cells, Vahan Misakyan's design is an eco skyscraper at its best. Check out the gallery for more astounding pictures of the concept in progress. **Implications** - Youth consumers have a desire for new forms and there is a tremendous opportunity for designers to capitalize on this opportunity. By breaking free of traditional conceptions of what a product should look like, companies can leverage this idea by drawing inspiration from new sources. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eco Skyscrapers:** The trend of designing environmentally friendly skyscrapers is on the rise, opening up opportunities for architects and construction companies to create innovative, sustainable structures. - **Self-sufficiency:** The concept of self-sufficient buildings, equipped with renewable energy systems and water collection systems, presents opportunities for technology companies to develop innovative solutions for sustainable living. - **Fluid Design:** The trend of incorporating fluid and organic designs in architectural concepts offers opportunities for designers and artists to create visually stunning and unique structures that challenge traditional notions of aesthetics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** The architecture industry has the potential to embrace eco-friendly designs, incorporating renewable energy and water collection systems, to meet the demand for sustainable and visually appealing structures. - **Construction:** The construction industry can seize the opportunity to adopt innovative construction techniques and materials that align with the concept of self-sufficient buildings, resulting in more sustainable and energy-efficient infrastructure. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can collaborate with architects and developers to integrate renewable energy systems into high-rise buildings, contributing to a more sustainable and eco-friendly urban environment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rain-Collecting Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bpas-architects.md) - [Organic Striking Tower Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-leaves.md) - [Sculptural Water Tower Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vga-water-tower.md) - [Eco-Conscious Slim Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muraba-veil.md) - [Ski Resort Crystalline Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trojena-ski-resort.md) - [Climate-Sensitive Pavilion Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/querkraft.md) - [Greenery-Filled Skyscraper Terrarium](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terrarium-cheongdam.md) - [Gracefully Dynamic Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bond-tower.md) - [Curved Sculptural Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alberni.md)