# Immersive Virtual Reality Installations 'The Origin of the World' was Created by Miguel Chevalier By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-07-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-reality-installation References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/art/miguel-chevalier-k11origin-of-the-world-07-25-2014/) & [miguel-chevalier](http://www.miguel-chevalier.com/biographie/index.html) 'The Origin of the World' is a grandly-named virtual reality installation put together by celebrated French artist Miguel Chevalier. The installation is displayed in an ellipse-shaped space at the K11 Art Foundation in Shanghai, China. The installation consists of a [digital projection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/psychoacoustic-light-ensemble) that is inspired by the world of biology, microorganisms and cellular automata. This virtual reality installation depicts cells multiplying, dividing and merging in a variety of rhythms. When viewers wander around the space, the trajectory of the cells is disrupted. The black-and-white megapixels slowly give way to more eye-catching, [colorful spirals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chroma-installation) that perform seemingly choreographed movements, all set to the tune of Italian composer Jacopo Baboni Schilingi. The installation will be presented until August 31 as part of an exhibition titled 'Metamorphosis of the Virtual 5 + 5'. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/art/miguel-chevalier-k11origin-of-the-world-07-25-2014/), [miguel-chevalier](http://www.miguel-chevalier.com/biographie/index.html) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Virtual Reality Art Installations:** Opportunity for artists to create immersive and interactive experiences using virtual reality technology. - **Bio-inspired Visualizations:** Potential for digital projections inspired by biology and microorganisms to create captivating and educational experiences. - **Disruptive Soundscapes in Virtual Reality:** Opportunity to enhance virtual reality installations with carefully curated soundtracks to further immerse viewers in the experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** Application of virtual reality technology in the art world to create unique and innovative installations. - **Entertainment and Media:** Integration of virtual reality technology in entertainment venues and media platforms to deliver engaging and mind-bending experiences. - **Education and Science:** Utilization of virtual reality installations to visualize complex scientific concepts and enhance educational experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Physics-Informed Digital Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-sculpture.md) - [Digital Expo Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/after-utopia.md) - [Touch-Reactive VR Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/presence-in-bed.md) - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md) - [Multi-Sensory Immersive Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/justine-emard.md) - [Tubed Immersive Organ-Like Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organlike-installation.md) - [Collaborative VR Art Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-conversation-with-the-sun.md) - [Digital Audio-Visual Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audiovisual-exhibition.md) - [Site Specific Mixed-Media Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreamsphere.md)