# Cyclist-Centric Buildings The 250 City Road Building is Equipped With Considerably Bike Storage By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-02-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/250-city-road References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/250-city-road-london-cyclists/36168/) & [fosterandpartners](http://www.fosterandpartners.com/projects/city-road/) 250 City Road is a residential development property, located in London, that is essentially a mecca for cyclists looking for accommodation that encourages rather than stifles their cycling ambitions. The building is designed with nearly 1,500 [bicycle storage spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draken-bicycle-stand), special bicycle elevators and even a [bike workshop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maap-lab-sydney). In addition to encourage cycling, the 250 City Road building includes a number of other eco-friendly features. Each apartment will be equipped with a special energy display monitor that helps residents manage their energy needs. The use of LED lighting and installation of passive infra-red sensors ensures that all lighting is eco-friendly, while integrated recycling bins further add to the development's green quotient. This project proves that cycling and [urban living](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-trace) don't have to be mutually exclusive, and that smart architecture can encourage people to get on their bikes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Cyclist-centric Buildings:** Opportunity to design and construct buildings that prioritize and support cyclists through the provision of bike storage, elevators, and workshops. - **Eco-friendly Features:** Opportunity to integrate sustainable elements in buildings, such as energy display monitors, LED lighting, passive infra-red sensors, and recycling bins. - **Smart Architecture:** Opportunity to use innovative design concepts to encourage cycling and promote sustainable urban living. ### Where This Applies - **Real Estate:** Real estate developers can incorporate cyclist-centric features and eco-friendly elements into their residential and commercial properties to attract environmentally-conscious tenants and buyers. - **Architecture:** Architects can adopt smart design principles to create cyclist-friendly buildings that support sustainable living and promote an active lifestyle. - **Green Technology:** Green technology companies can develop and supply sustainable solutions, such as energy display monitors, LED lighting systems, and recycling infrastructure, for cyclist-centric buildings and eco-friendly developments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Bicycle Store Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicycle-store.md) - [Expanding City Cycle Paths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/londons-cycleway-network.md) - [Underwater Bicycling Parking Lots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centraal-station.md) - [Multifunctional Circular Housing Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eve-park.md) - [Modular Cargo-Ready Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargorida.md) - [Underwater Bicycle Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ijboulevard.md) - [Modern Electric Bike Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-bike-shop.md) - [Smart Bike Docking Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bike-docking-station.md) - [Climate-Controlled Cycling Paths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cycling-path.md)