# Intertwined Glass Structures Birmingham's Zellig Sculpture Features Intricate Steel Tubes By Leslie Chen | Published 2012-01-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zellig-sculpture References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/45523/) & [knstrct](http://knstrct.com/2012/01/12/five-story-sculpture-in-a-custard-factory/) The Zellig Sculpture is an amazing new construction in the city of [Birmingham](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fujiki-studio). Located within the Custard Factory, a building which houses a number of budding new companies and artists, the sculpture is a [stunning series of intertwining white lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curly-cube). Created by Phillip Watts, a design firm located in Nottingham, the Zellig Sculpture is a looming five stories and contains a whopping [2000 meters of steel tubing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflector-sculpture) in its structure. The Zellig Sculpture also features three glass bridges that allow spectacular views of the mass white tubing underneath and all around. Stepping into such a stunning sculpture will more than likely ignite some creativity within yourself. Check out the photos of the Zellig Sculpture to see an intricate piece of artwork that will take your breath away. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Intricate Steel Structures:** Innovative designs for large-scale steel structures that incorporate intricate and customizable designs using advanced fabrication techniques. - **Transparent Bridges:** New designs for bridges that incorporate durable and transparent materials, offering unique views and experiences. - **Interactive Public Art:** Using public art as a way to promote community engagement and creativity, incorporating technology-driven interactive elements. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture and Engineering:** Opportunities for architects, engineers, and builders to explore new design possibilities using advanced fabrication techniques for steel structures. - **Construction Materials:** Innovative approaches to the use of transparent and durable materials that push the boundaries of traditional building materials. - **Public Art and Culture:** Opportunities for artists and designers to incorporate interactive elements in public art installations, creating opportunities for community engagement and creativity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Campus-Based Cylindrical Glass Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirage.md) - [Spiky Inflatable Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-sculptures1.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Ljubljana Steel Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-sculpture-lj.md) - [Interactive Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helix.md) - [Origami-Inspired Steel Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflector-sculpture.md) - [Dynamic Structural Mirror Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zigzag-collection.md) - [Artfully Rotating Glass Pillars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panorama.md) - [Swirled Public Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tunnel-vision-installation.md)