# Abridged Abodes Bridge Homes, Like those by H3ar, Let You Live on the Water By Jessica Marcel | Published 2009-09-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abridged-abodes-bridge-homes-let-you-live-on-the-water References: [dornob](http://dornob.com/radical-redesigns-bridge-to-home-building-conversions/) & [dornob](http://dornob.com/bridge-building-idea-modular-mobile-green-river-homes/) The thousands, maybe millions, of travel photographs of bridges are a testament to the magnetic appeal of structures built over water, no matter how simple. These homes are right out of a fairy tale, with both [small homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hirondelle-tiny-house) and entire city blocks incorporated into or built on top of bridges. Architecture and design firm [h3ar](http://www.h3ar.pl/) has even come up with a bridge design that uses pre-fabricated block housing (think storage containers) to maximize space and create a unique bridge community. So what are the benefits of living on a bridge? Waterfront views all around, the calming sound of flowing water, fantasy appeal and bragging rights…maybe the question is why don’t all of us live on bridges? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Bridge Communities:** The trend of building communities on bridges creates a unique and innovative living experience. - **Pre-fabricated Block Housing:** The trend of using pre-fabricated block housing in bridge design maximizes space and offers a cost-effective solution. - **Waterfront Living:** The trend of living on bridges provides individuals with breathtaking waterfront views and a serene environment. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Design:** The architecture and design industry can explore new ways of integrating pre-fabricated block housing into bridge structures. - **Real Estate:** The real estate industry can capitalize on the demand for bridge communities and offer unique waterfront living options. - **Construction:** The construction industry can leverage pre-fabricated block housing to streamline bridge building processes and reduce costs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glass Bridge-Connected Small Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pjcarchitecture.md) - [Timber Bridge Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/91-cedar-house.md) - [Recycled Plastic Floating Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mast.md) - [Footbridge-Inspired Hillside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-sidonius.md) - [Floating River Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-river-cabin.md) - [Bridge-Defining Tranquil Cities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindfulness-city.md) - [Water-Powered Family Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breach-house.md) - [Sheltered Timber Chinese Bridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fw-ji-covered-bridge-on-aqueduct.md) - [Modern Floating Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pura-vida-floating-home.md)