# Infinity Loop Fountains The Zaha Hadid London Water Fountain References a Natural Cycle By Amelia Roblin | Published 2014-02-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zaha-hadid-london-water-fountain References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2014/02/19/zaha-hadid-hopkins-studio-weave-london-water-fountains/) & [zaha-hadid](http://www.zaha-hadid.com) The "watering hole" is a meeting place for all sorts of animal species, and this [Zaha Hadid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capital-international-exhibition) London water fountain would be sure to attract people for reasons beyond its liquid abundance. The renowned architectural studio presents its proposal for a [water feature](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aqua-gallery) in England's capital, set for placement on the South Bank. Referencing the water cycle, the designer chose the intriguing and symbolic form of the lemniscate. The figure-eight has, however, been filled in and folded over to function as [a canopy for the urban well](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ellipsis-cafe-bar). Zaha Hadid's London water fountain will become a landmark, a place to sit and spot to refresh. Its aesthetic is a contemporary twist on 17th century Ottoman Empire design, complete with Turkish tiles. Image Credit: [ArchDaily](http://www.archdaily.com/478410/what-does-a-zaha-hadid-designed-water-fountain-look-like/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Water Feature Design:** Opportunity to create innovative and visually appealing water features in urban spaces using unique and symbolic shapes. - **Nature-inspired Architecture:** Potential for architectural designs that reference natural cycles and incorporate organic forms for both functional and aesthetic purposes. - **Revival of Historical Design Elements:** Room for reimagining historical architectural styles and incorporating them into contemporary designs to create visually striking landmarks. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Urban Planning:** Opportunity for architects and urban planners to integrate innovative water features into cityscapes and public spaces, enhancing their overall design and functionality. - **Landscape Design and Construction:** Potential for landscape designers and construction firms to collaborate with architects and urban planners in creating visually captivating water features that harmonize with surrounding environments. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** Chance for tourism and hospitality industries to leverage unique water features as landmarks, attracting visitors and providing memorable experiences in urban destinations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Public London Fountains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neon-1.md) - [Stone-Stacked Dynamic Fountains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vondel-fountain.md) - [Mesmerizing Fluid Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flow-fountain.md) - [Modern Interior Water Fountains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bower-studios-pivot-fountain-limited-edition.md) - [Ljubljana Steel Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-sculpture-lj.md) - [Nature-Inspired Artful Garden Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henderson-art-garden.md) - [Ribbon-Like Dynamic Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capital-international-exhibition.md) - [Urban Portugal Swimming Pools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loop-pool.md) - [Sweeping Culture Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/river-culture-and-art-centre.md)