# Space-Themed Olympic Buildings Asif Khan Created a Vantablack-Covered Building for the Olympics By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-02-08 | Special Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vantablack-covered-building References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/02/07/asif-khan-coats-pavilion-super-dark-vantablack-vbx2-pyeongchang-winter-olympics-2018-worlds-darkest-material/) & [asif-khan](http://www.asif-khan.com/) Architect and artist Asif Khan created a new Vantablack-covered building for the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics in South Korea. The [temporary structure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-descente) reaches 10 meters high and was spray-painted in Vantablack VBx2—a substance that can absorb over 99% of light. With small lights installed over the exterior, the designer wanted to create a building that looked like a [window into space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonhouse-project). The paint is so black that it is almost impossible for humans to perceive the shape of whatever object it coats. Through the dark corridor, the interior will include a bright white contrasting space that has a [multi-sensory hydrophobic water installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transmutation-observatory) with sensors that cause water droplets to fall and pool into a lake. Opening on February 9, the new Vantablack-covered building will be available for visitors to enter and explore. Image Credit: Luke Hayes Video Credit: Jun-Beum So ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 31% | 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) > [Special](https://www.trendhunter.com/special) > [Olympics](https://www.trendhunter.com/olympics) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vantablack Architecture:** The use of Vantablack in architectural designs creates opportunities for innovative and visually striking structures. - **Space-inspired Buildings:** Architecture inspired by space exploration offers unique and immersive experiences for visitors, blending art and technology. - **Multi-sensory Installations:** The integration of hydrophobic water installations with sensor technology creates interactive and immersive spaces for visitors. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** The field of architecture can explore the use of Vantablack and space-inspired designs to create visually stunning and unique structures. - **Art:** Artists can incorporate space-themed elements into their work, pushing boundaries and creating immersive experiences for viewers. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can utilize multi-sensory installations to create memorable and interactive experiences, enhancing audience engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eclipse-Themed Rooftop Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-zero.md) - [Tent-Like Exhibition Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolack-pavilion.md) - [Timber Alpine Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfsufficient-bivouac.md) - [Black Timber Structural Pyramids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kwaee.md) - [Pointy Paper Lantern Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-lantern-pavilion.md) - [Glowing Sphere Art Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netherlands-pavilion.md) - [Perforated Light-Passing Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circle-pavilion.md) - [Neon Illustation-Donned Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crafted-world-exhibition-1.md) - [Desert Reflective Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-travelling.md)