# Renovating Religion Restoring old churches into liveable and highly modern hotels and homes. By [Bianca](https://www.trendhunter.com/bianca), Brand & Innovation Strategist | Published Sep 3, 2008, updated Apr 4, 2012 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/renovating-religion-restoring-old-churches-as-liveable-and-highly-modern-ho ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.5/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Renovating Religion trend? **Renovating Religion:** Home restoration has become popular thanks to the success of related reality TV shows. These renovated churches reflect our desire to preserve culture yet live at the height of modernity. Adding to their appeal is the fact that owning a piece of history can ensure exclusivity. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 22 to Aug 30, 2008 - Published: Sep 3, 2008 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Renovating Religion trend ### Religious Renovations The rise of conversion of churches into homes for modern living provides an opportunity for contractors and interior designers to use historic artifacts to create a modern-day living space. ### Multi-use Buildings The reimagining of once-singular use buildings like churches is an opportunity for creating affordable and unique live/work spaces for new urban populations. ### Revitalizing Historic Architecture Creating new uses for historic buildings can breathe new life into otherwise neglected churches and inspire renewed appreciation for significant architecture. ## What the Renovating Religion trend means for industry ### For Real Estate Professionals can strategize the adoption of more affordable and high-value properties from unconventional renovation permit requests of publicly available real estate. ### For Tourism and Lifestyle The renovation and repurposing of churches to blend historic architecture with modern amenities provide an opportunity to innovate the hospitality industry. ### For Construction and Design Renovating historic and abandoned buildings require skill and appreciation for historic preservation. Professionals in this field can capitalize on older infrastructure to create new and unique projects. ## Trend signals for Renovating Religion Trend score 4.5 out of 10, from popularity 50%, activity 76%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 50% - Activity: 76% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Renovating Religion trend 5 featured examples from Jan 22 to Aug 30, 2008. - [Renovating Religion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converted-churches): Converted Churches as Homes (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Architects and designers can explore innovative ways to repurpose religious structures for residential use. - [Hip Gothic Church Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hip-gothic-church-hotels-kruisherenhotel): Kruisherenhotel (Category: Social Good) Implication: The Kruisherenhotel represents the potential for the hospitality industry to utilize historical buildings and iconic architecture to create unique and memorable guest experiences. - [Converted Church Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converted-church-home): Religious Renovations (Category: Social Good) Implication: The trend of converting churches into homes presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in real estate development, specifically targeting buyers looking for unique and unco… - [Renovating Religion Part II](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renovating-religion-part-ii-converted-churches-as-hotels): Converted Churches as Hotels (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The hospitality industry can explore innovative approaches to capitalize on the trend of converting churches into hotels. - [Renovating Religion Part III](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/church-renovation-home-before-and-after): Before and After Church to Home (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Real Estate Developers can benefit from repurposing buildings that are no longer in use into modern homes. ## Recent trend clusters - [Mood Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/portable-ambient-lamps) (Art & Design) - [Format Flexing](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/workout-energy-formats) (Lifestyle) - [Package Play](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/promotional-food-packaging) (Marketing) - [Affinity Sailings](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-travel-experiences) (World) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Premium Robotic Cleaning Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-cleaning-system) - [Park-Model Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-model-tiny-homes) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) - [Featherweight Dining Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/featherweight-dining-tables) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)