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Glass Box Labyrinths

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Cubed Maze3 Concept is Completely Transparent

— March 3, 2012 — Art & Design
If ever built, the Cubed Maze3 concept would need a sign that read, "No Opera Singers." Made entirely out of glass, including the ceilings and floors, a high pitch note issued from one of their mouths could potentially crash the Cubed Maze3 to the ground. Their presence could compromise the safety of those perusing the nine-floor structure.

In reality, the Cubed Maze3 structure would be constructed entirely out of 100% recycled flexible glass-based polymer. British designer/futurist Phil Pauley writes, "Each of the nine levels represents the complexity of an equivalent single level maze. Stairs and ramp ways may offer assurance but sometimes you will have to go back down a floor or two to reach the higher levels!"
Trend Themes
1. Transparent Architecture - The use of flexible glass-based polymers in Cubed Maze3 concept presents future opportunities for more transparent building structures.
2. Vertical Mazes - The Cubed Maze3 concept introduces the potential for multi-floor vertical mazes as a new form of entertainment or puzzle-solving experience.
3. Glass Recycling - The use of 100% recycled flexible glass-based polymer for the Cubed Maze3 concept highlights a growing trend in sustainable building materials.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architects and designers can leverage the use of transparent and flexible building materials to create new and innovative structures that offer unique experiences to their clients.
2. Entertainment - The Cubed Maze3 concept shows potential for developing multi-story vertical mazes that can be used in various entertainment settings, such as theme parks or indoor gaming centers.
3. Sustainability - The trend of using recycled materials in construction is becoming increasingly popular and presents opportunities for eco-conscious building companies to differentiate themselves in the market.
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