# Arboreal Abodes With a reduction in building space, some people are choosing suspended homes. By [Bianca](https://www.trendhunter.com/bianca), Brand & Innovation Strategist | Published Sep 2, 2008, updated Nov 19, 2009 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/arboreal-abodes-with-a-reduction-in-available-floor-space-people-are-choosi ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.6/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Arboreal Abodes trend? **Arboreal Abodes:** Tree houses are no longer just arboreal retreats for children - and this is no a longer novel concept. The actual creation of suspended architecture is beginning around the world. Suspended homes are the latest housing alternative that maximize the smaller spaces available for new constructions. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 3 to Aug 23, 2008 - Published: Sep 2, 2008 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Nostalgia](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/nostalgia), [Youthfulness](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/youthfulness) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Arboreal Abodes trend ### Suspended Architecture The development of technologies and materials is enabling architects to create suspended homes to maximize smaller spaces. ### Custom-built Tree Houses Treehouses are no longer just for children, as an increasing number of companies are creating custom-built treehouses for use by adults. ### Indoor Tree Houses The growing trend of indoor tree houses provides children with a unique and imaginative sleeping option for their bedrooms. ## What the Arboreal Abodes trend means for industry ### For Architecture and Construction Advancements in suspended architecture and custom-built treehouses provide opportunities for innovative design and construction techniques. ### For Travel and Leisure Tree house hotels and retreats provide a unique accommodation experience for travelers looking for something different. ### For Children's Toys and Furniture Indoor tree houses and other imaginative furniture designs present opportunities for toy and furniture manufacturers to create unique products for children. ## Trend signals for Arboreal Abodes Trend score 5.6 out of 10, from popularity 83%, activity 78%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 83% - Activity: 78% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Arboreal Abodes trend 4 featured examples from Jun 3 to Aug 23, 2008. - [Indoor Treehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-kids-bedrooms-kidtropolis-treehouse-bedroom): The Kidtropolisr (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology and imaginative design into the production of children's furniture, offering functional and visually appealing solutions th… - [Custom Adult Tree Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-tree-homes-baumraum): Baumraum Architects (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The real estate industry can tap into the trend of custom tree houses as a unique selling point for high-end properties. - [Real Fairytale Houses in Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treehouses-fairytale-catsle-bespoke-buildings-garden-building-tree-houses): Amazon Treehouses (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Hotels and resorts can incorporate luxury treehouses into their properties to attract adventurous and unique-seeking guests. - [Treehouses on Log Stilts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zigloo-log-tree-house): Zigloo Architecture (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The architecture industry can explore log stilts as a disruptive innovation for sustainable and unique building designs. ## 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)