# Outdoor Domestication Seeking a personal touch, consumers turn to outdoor DIY alternatives. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Jun 9, 2015 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/outdoor-customization ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.9/10 - Evidence articles: 9 ## What is the Outdoor Domestication trend? **Outdoor Domestication:** Adding a customized approach to outdoor living, consumers are turning to DIY decor and furnishings for domestic appeal. Building things like hammocks and cabins from scratch, consumers are using the make-it-yourself approach not only as a means to reflect personal style, but also as a way of engaging with outdoor environments in a more hands-on way. These hand-crafted solutions allow individuals to experience outdoor living in a way that maintains a sense of home and familiarity. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 9 featured examples - Articles from: Jul 20, 2013 to May 12, 2016 - Published: Jun 9, 2015 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Co-creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/co-creation), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Outdoor Domestication trend ### DIY Outdoor Living Consumers are seeking personalized outdoor decor options and turning to hands-on, make-it-yourself methods for furnishing and styling their outdoor spaces. ### Repurposing Materials DIY projects are often centered around repurposing or reusing materials to create unique and custom outdoor decor pieces. ### Functional Aesthetics DIY outdoor projects are increasingly focusing on practical yet visually pleasing designs - creating decor that serves a purpose without sacrificing style. ## What the Outdoor Domestication trend means for industry ### For Home Improvement The home improvement industry can benefit from trends in DIY outdoor decor, providing consumers with materials and tools to customize their outdoor spaces. ### For Sustainability The sustainability industry has an opportunity to provide recycled materials and eco-friendly options for DIY outdoor decor projects that prioritize repurposing and eco-consumerism. ### For Hospitality & Event Planning The hospitality and event planning industries can benefit from DIY outdoor decor trends to create custom decor for outdoor weddings, events, and resorts for a unique and personalized touch. ## Trend signals for Outdoor Domestication Trend score 5.9 out of 10, from popularity 79%, activity 90%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 79% - Activity: 90% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Outdoor Domestication trend 9 featured examples from Jul 20, 2013 to May 12, 2016. - [DIY Cement Block Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extra-outdoor-seating): This DIY Bench is an Easy Way to Add Extra Outdoor Seating to a Backyard (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for the home improvement industry to create DIY kits or provide tutorials for making outdoor furniture. - [DIY Hanging Herb Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-plant-chandelier): The A Beautiful Mess Outdoor Plant Chandelier Hovers Above (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the home improvement industry by providing innovative and sustainable gardening solutions. - [DIY Outdoor Swing Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-outdoor-swing-beds): This Comfortable DIY Lounger is Perfect for Relaxing Outdoors (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The home improvement industry can foster disruptive innovation by offering more outdoor furniture options that cater to DIY enthusiasts. - [Inexpensive Customizable Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aframe-cabin): This A-Frame Cabin Enables Consumers to Build It as They Please (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Construction companies could specialize in building customizable, cost-effective cabins and homes for consumers. - [DIY Grass Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grass-bed): Jason Hodges Creates the Perfect Summer Backyard Sanctuary (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Potential for disruptive innovation in the landscaping industry by introducing DIY grass beds as a popular feature for outdoor spaces. - [DIY Swan Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-diy): This Garden DIY Project Turns Swan Ornaments into Useful Planters (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunities for businesses to offer DIY garden project kits and supplies to cater to the growing interest in personalized outdoor decor. - [DIY Outdoor Hammocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-outdoor-hammocks): This DIY Activity is Perfect for Those Looking to Lounge Around Outside (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity to disrupt the outdoor furniture industry by offering customizable and comfortable hammocks as an alternative to traditional options. - [DIY Pineapple Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pineapple-lights): This Simple Tutorial Provides Instructions for Making Fruit-Themed Lights (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Crafts and DIY businesses can explore creating more tutorials and project ideas for at-home party decor as more people opt for intimate gatherings post-pandemic. - [Beach Glass Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-bar): This DIY Outdoor Bar is Perfect for the Summer Season (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for the home improvement industry to develop new products and tools specifically for DIY outdoor bar construction. ## 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)