The Lanserhofwiese (try saying that three times fast) in Salzburg by Wimmer Zaic Architects is a refreshing cure to high density urban housing. The building’s design is more playful than the playground sitting beside it.
The architects used simple materials, including plaster and aluminum, and let the bold paint job do the talking. The complex is meant to interact with the city around it, according to the architects. That could be taken in the highly intellectual way it was probably meant, or it could be taken as an invitation passersby to experience a sophisticated moment of childhood euphoria (kind of like how you used to feel about your treehouse).
Playground-Inspired Architecture
Salzburg's Lanserhofwiese is Colorfully Playful
Trend Themes
1. Playground-inspired Architecture - The trend of designing architectural structures that are inspired by the playful and colorful elements of a playground offers disruptive innovation opportunities in creating unique and visually engaging buildings.
2. Use of Simple Materials - The trend of using simple materials, such as plaster and aluminum, in architectural design provides disruptive innovation opportunities in creating cost-effective and sustainable buildings without compromising on aesthetics.
3. Interactive Architecture - The trend of designing interactive architectural structures that engage with the surrounding environment and invite public interaction presents disruptive innovation opportunities in creating immersive and community-centric spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The architecture industry can explore the trend of playground-inspired design and leverage simple materials to create visually appealing yet sustainable buildings that stand out in the market.
2. Construction - The construction industry can adopt the trend of using simple materials to streamline the building process and reduce costs, while still delivering aesthetically pleasing structures.
3. Urban Planning - The urban planning industry can embrace the trend of interactive architecture to create spaces that foster community engagement and enhance the overall urban environment.