Student designer Brittany Bell wanted to create a building where potentially endangered plant "seeds will be stored in the event of a future apocalypse."
She designed this conceptual structure to imitate the architecture of a growing plant. In essence, the building is alive and adjusts itself to weather conditions, sunshine and the growth of large trees.
Although this may all seem far-out to most of us, it is the visualization and imagination of young artists such as Bell that lead us to future innovations.
Apocalyptic Architecture
The Endangered Seed Archive Looks Like An Ice Palace
Trend Themes
1. Apocalyptic Architecture - Creating architectural structures that can adapt to changing environmental conditions and preserve valuable resources during a future apocalypse.
2. Endangered Seed Archive - Developing secure storage facilities that can safeguard and preserve plant seeds in the event of ecological disasters or the threat of extinction.
3. Conceptual Structure - Exploring innovative building designs that mimic the growth and adaptive qualities of living organisms.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - An opportunity for architects and designers to develop sustainable and adaptable structures that can withstand extreme conditions and protect valuable resources.
2. Seed Conservation - A chance for seed banks, botanical gardens, and agricultural industries to innovate in preserving and safeguarding plant biodiversity in the face of potential global crises.
3. Art and Design - An avenue for artists and designers to push the boundaries of creativity and explore futuristic concepts that inspire practical innovations in architecture and sustainability.