# Upcycled Oasis Green oases are being designed with recycled waste. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Jan 24, 2018 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/upcycled-oasis ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.2/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Upcycled Oasis trend? **Upcycled Oasis:** Those involved in urban planning and architecture are conceptualizing green oases that enhance the inherently ecologically friendly nature of green spaces, by designing them with waste and recycled materials. The reformatting of how these environments are built sets a precedent for urban landscapes seeking to reduce their carbon footprint, and transform waste in the process. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Oct 3, 2016 to Jul 16, 2018 - Published: Jan 24, 2018 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Upcycled Oasis trend ### Sustainable Design Increasing emphasis on reducing carbon footprint by using waste materials and recycling them to construct green spaces. ### Urban Regeneration Transformation of abandoned buildings and spaces into eco-friendly cultural centers, pedestrian-only environments, and recreational parks. ### Eco-Friendly Innovation The development of new technologies and designs, utilizing recycled materials and reducing plastic waste, to create sustainable solutions for the environment. ## What the Upcycled Oasis trend means for industry ### For Architecture and Urban Planning The shift towards sustainable design and urban regeneration presents an opportunity for architects and planners to create innovative green spaces that reduce waste and carbon footprint. ### For Agriculture and Food Production Developments in food research complexes present opportunities for businesses to revolutionize food strategies and technologies as the world population continues to grow. ### For Environmental Conservation Eco-friendly innovation offers opportunities for businesses and organizations that focus on environmental conservation and reducing plastic waste, such as the Recycled Park and the Recycled Island Foundation. ## Workshop question How can your brand better involve itself in environmental protection, in either through its processes or in the causes it supports? ## Trend signals for Upcycled Oasis Trend score 3.2 out of 10, from popularity 44%, activity 45%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 44% - Activity: 45% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Upcycled Oasis trend 5 featured examples from Oct 3, 2016 to Jul 16, 2018. - [Recycled Park Proposals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-park): This Netherlands-Based Proposal Aims to Offer a Solution to Plastic Waste (Category: Eco) Implication: An industry that can embrace technology and develop efficient processes to manage plastic waste and prevent it from polluting the environment. - [Transformed Suburban Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bijlmerbajes-prison): Bijlmerbajes Prison is Transforming into a Pedestrian-Friendly Square (Category: Eco) Implication: The transformation of a former prison into a pedestrian-friendly square with luxury apartment complexes presents opportunities for real estate development and investment. - [Food Research Complexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agro-food-park): Demark's Agro Food Park is Billed as the Silicon Valley of Agriculture (Category: Eco) Implication: Agro Food Park in Aarhus, Denmark is focused on revolutionizing the agriculture industry through sustainable and innovative practices - [Urban Conservation Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-architecture-projects): This Sustainable Architecture Project Harmonizes Design and Nature (Category: Eco) Implication: This industry can explore new approaches to sustainable design and climate adaptation systems that align with urban conservation park initiatives. - [Eco-Friendly Floating Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-island): Rotterdam's Recycled Island Foundation is Made from Maas River's Waste (Category: Eco) Implication: Offering services and solutions for sustainable waste management and creating eco-friendly public spaces. ## 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)