# Adaptable Edifice Weather-proofing goes a step further with new materials. By [Armida Ascano](https://www.trendhunter.com/Armida), Chief Insights Officer | Published Nov 7, 2016 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/adaptable-edifice ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.0/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Adaptable Edifice trend? **Adaptable Edifice:** Global warming has created unpredictable circumstances in many parts of the world. This creates a need for more adaptable structures; it all begins with industrial materials, and the development of more extreme weather proofing. This adaptability goes beyond the tangible circumstances and materials, and into a need for efficient and effective solutions to global problems. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Sep 10, 2015 to Oct 14, 2016 - Published: Nov 7, 2016 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Co-creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/co-creation), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Adaptable Edifice trend ### Adaptable Architecture The need for resilient structures and extreme weather proofing is driving innovation in adaptable and efficient solutions. ### Eco-Friendly Construction Sustainable solutions for construction materials provide both functional benefits as well as environmental benefits. ### Smart Infrastructure Incorporating technology into construction provides opportunities for improved functionality of infrastructure in various weather conditions. ## What the Adaptable Edifice trend means for industry ### For Construction The construction industry can embrace these trends to provide more efficient, functional, and sustainable infrastructure solutions. ### For Energy Energy companies can leverage the trend of smart infrastructure to improve energy management and access in extreme weather conditions. ### For Environmental Services Environmental services can embrace the trend of eco-friendly construction to provide clients with sustainable and environmentally responsible options. ## Workshop question How can your brand contribute to the mitigation of the consequences associated with climate change? ## Trend signals for Adaptable Edifice Trend score 5.0 out of 10, from popularity 63%, activity 80%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 63% - Activity: 80% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Adaptable Edifice trend 4 featured examples from Sep 10, 2015 to Oct 14, 2016. - [Moveable Concrete Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moveable-concrete-house): This House on the Coast Can Be Moved to Adapt to the Changing Environment (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The construction industry can capitalize on the opportunity to design and build moveable structures to support the changing environmental and consumer demands. - [Aluminum Alpine Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpine-shelters): This Slovenian Shelter Can Handle Extreme Winter Conditions (Category: Art & Design) Implication: There is an opportunity to innovate in the production of architecture specifically for mountain areas, incorporating extremely durable materials and unique features that often ari… - [Flood-Alleviating Cement](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pervious-concrete): This Eco-Friendly Pervious Concrete Reduces Strain on Local Drainage (Category: Eco) Implication: Opportunity for construction companies to develop and market sustainable, eco-friendly, and flood-reducing products. - [Ice-Melting Roadways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conductive-concrete): This Conductive Concrete Roadway Melts Snow and Ice on Contact (Category: Eco) Implication: The conductive concrete roadway technology presents opportunities for disruptive innovations in the transportation and infrastructure sector. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Eco - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Intelligent Private Grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara-core-powers) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)