# Architectural Fantasy Exhibits NL Architects at Venice Biennale By Pearl | Published 2008-09-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-architecture-nl-architects References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2008/09/12/virtual-realities-by-nl-architects/) & [nlarchitects.nl](http://www.nlarchitects.nl/main.htm) Dutch Architects, NL will be exhibiting their vision of virtual architecture at the 11th International Architecture Exhibition (Venice Biennale) “Out There: Architecture Beyond Building” in the Italian Pavilion. True to the theme, they have many images of architectural fantasies which reflect on today’s realities. Often we under use product capacities so a highway that resembles a roller coaster which will require vehicular speeds exceeding 200 km/h. The picture of towers represents the unused office space in the major capitals of Europe - 18 square km or the equivalent of 50 twin towers. With crowded sky ways, perhaps planes should fly more efficiently, like birds in a vee-formation? What about the plastic trash piling up in the oceans as garbage icebergs (trashbergs)? The Dutch call wind turbines “pollution of the horizon” so they could be designed with a more aesthetic feel? [Wind turbines that resemble flowers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heatwave-pavilion)? Their “[Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-orb) Forest” showing a satellite view of a coastline brings attention to the rising oceans and loss of land. Last but not least, the architects wonder if the reverse could happen where [cities are transported onto cruise ships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquapraca). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 16% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Virtual Architecture:** The use of virtual reality technology in architectural design and exhibitions opens up opportunities for immersive experiences and enhanced visualization. - **Disruptive Transportation Design:** Exploring innovative transportation designs, such as roller coaster-inspired highways or bird-like airplane formations, can revolutionize the way we travel and address issues like traffic congestion and fuel efficiency. - **Sustainable Urban Planning:** Creating aesthetically pleasing wind turbines or designing cities that can be transported onto cruise ships showcases the potential for integrating sustainability into architectural and urban planning practices. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architects can leverage virtual reality technology to create more interactive and immersive design experiences for clients, enhancing their understanding and decision-making process. - **Transportation:** The transportation industry can explore disruptive design concepts to optimize efficiency, reduce congestion, and enhance the overall travel experience for passengers. - **Renewable Energy:** Innovative wind turbine designs that blend aesthetics with functionality can help address concerns about visual pollution, promoting the adoption of renewable energy sources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glowing Sphere Art Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netherlands-pavilion.md) - [Pointy Paper Lantern Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-lantern-pavilion.md) - [Abstract Fantasy Home Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abstract-fantasy-home.md) - [Earth-Filled Heritage Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brazil-pavilion.md) - [Interactive Architectural Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-landscape.md) - [Reflective Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-caviar.md) - [Captivating Viewpoint-Integrated Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portlantis.md) - [Floating Cultural Plazas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquapraca.md) - [Material-Accented Dreamscape Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamscape-exhibit.md)