# Concrete Greenery Architecture as a major contributor in the environmental movement. By [Andrew Robichaud](https://www.trendhunter.com/andrew), Sr. Product Manager | Published Jun 11, 2009, updated Nov 19, 2009 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/concrete-greenery-architecture-is-a-major-contributor-in-the-environmental ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.1/10 - Evidence articles: 8 ## What is the Concrete Greenery trend? **Concrete Greenery:** The environment has become a part of the everyday thought process. The world is continuing to build and grow with a slightly different composition. The recent push for eco-architecture has brought about the production of energy-saving, emission-reducing and fully sustainable buildings. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 8 featured examples - Articles from: May 1 to Jun 10, 2009 - Published: Jun 11, 2009 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Authenticity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/authenticity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Concrete Greenery trend ### Eco-Architecture The push for eco-architecture has brought about the production of energy-saving, emission-reducing and fully sustainable buildings. ### Sustainable Communities The competition to design sustainable structures within a community centered around a better future with each other and with nature. ### Green Energy The Zuidkas design of glass encased and uses co-fermented plant waste and toilet water in order to heat up tap water and other parts of the structure. ## What the Concrete Greenery trend means for industry ### For Construction Eco-Architecture has brought about the production of energy-saving, emission-reducing and fully sustainable buildings. ### For Renewable Energy Green Energy aspects of eco-architecture push the production and use of renewable energy sources like solar or biogas energy. ### For Sustainable Development Sustainable Communities competition helps design sustainable structures within a community centered around a better future with each other and with nature. ## Trend signals for Concrete Greenery Trend score 3.1 out of 10, from popularity 36%, activity 49%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 36% - Activity: 49% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Concrete Greenery trend 8 featured examples from May 1 to Jun 10, 2009. - [Evolved Ecotecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-skyscraper-zuidkas): Zuidkas Sustainable Skyscraper Helps Prepare for the Future (Category: Eco) Implication: The architecture industry can utilize these sustainable skyscraper designs to create environmentally conscious structures for businesses and residents. - [Facial-Feature Flats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiona-winzars-eyelid-house): Fiona Winzar's Eyelid House is the Perfect Form of Public Privacy (Category: Eco) Implication: Opportunities for creating innovative and sustainable housing designs. - [Solar-Powered Shopping Malls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-powered-shopping-malls): Japan's Aeon and Oasis 21 Green Architecture (Category: Eco) Implication: Opportunities for architects to incorporate green technologies and designs into their projects. - [Corporation Green-Quarters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wwf-netherlands): WWF Netherlands is a Powerful Step Towards Sustainability (Category: Eco) Implication: There is an opportunity for architects to push the boundaries of eco-friendly designs and create sustainable structures that leave a lasting positive impact. - [Eco-Complex Competitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standard-co-op-canyon): Standard Design's Co-Op Canyon is a Cornucopia of Community (Category: Eco) Implication: Architects and designers can leverage eco-friendly design and community-centered living as a competitive advantage in a growing market for sustainable buildings and real estate. - [Eco-Savvy Synagogues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/synagogue-eco-home): Purchased Sanctuary Converted Into Environmentally-Friendly Home (Category: Eco) Implication: The trend towards eco-sustainable homes opens opportunities for the architecture and construction industries to innovate its practices and to provide sustainable solutions. - [Retrofitted Green Roofs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrofitted-green-roofs-the-flat-condo-building-in-la-gets-rooftop-vegetabl): 'The Flat' Condo in LA Gets Rooftop Vegetable Garden (Category: Eco) Implication: Architects and construction companies can offer retrofitting services to transform traditional roofs into green roofs. - [Parks in the Sky](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highlinepark): ‘The High Line' Lets You Enjoy Manhattan at Skyscraper Height (Category: Eco) Implication: Design and architecture firms specializing in landscape architecture can offer their expertise in creating urban parks like the High Line. ## Recent trend clusters - [Automated Upkeep](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/automated-upkeep) (Tech) - [Serial Snacking](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/serial-snacking) (Lifestyle) - [Autumn Teasers](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/autumn-teasers) (Business) - [Ambient Assistance](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ambient-assistance) (Tech) ## Trending in Eco - [Backpack-Sized Folding Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blizwheel-f05) - [Aftermarket Cyclist Motor Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-oxiis-e250g1) - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Sustainability-Focused Brand Progress Reports](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/performance-summary) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)