# Responsive Silicone Residences The Birds Island Home is an Innovative Eco Architecture Proposal By Amelia Roblin | Published 2014-01-10 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birds-island References: [evolo.us](http://www.evolo.us/architecture/birds-house-cost-saving-response-to-warm-climate-habitation/) & [graftlab](http://www.graftlab.com/) Climate is one of the most important factors to consider when designing a building, and the Birds Island concept has been dreamed up for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Because there isn't this need to to completely enclose a structure in order to offer sufficient shelter, the GRAFT architectural team thought about working on a permeable abode. This abstract domicile would be swathed in a silicon glass skin that allows the interior to breathe. Set up on stilts, the Birds Island could draw air up from underneath for effective and efficient [passive ventilation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/west-don-ravine-passive-house). The translucent nature of the material would also facilitate the penetration of the sun's beams with welcome diffusion and shading. Finally, [floating solar lotuses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-solai) would harness solar energy to enable a [zero emissions house](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-pod). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Climate-responsive Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for architects and design teams to create eco-friendly and permeable structures that can adapt to different climates. - **Silicone Glass Skin Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for material scientists to develop advanced silicone glass skin technology for buildings that offer both permeability and durability. - **Floating Solar Technologies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for renewable energy experts to develop floating solar technologies that can power sustainable homes and buildings. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects and design teams to incorporate eco-friendliness and smart technologies in building structures that can adapt to different climate needs. - **Material Science:** Opportunity for material scientists to develop eco-friendly and durable building materials that can incorporate new technologies like silicone glass skin technology. - **Renewable Energy:** Opportunity for renewable energy experts to develop innovative floating solar technologies that can power homes and buildings to achieve zero-emissions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Climate-Adaptive Tropical Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ocean-eye.md) - [Futuristic Curved Islandic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nest-2.md) - [Clay Ridge Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdwood-house.md) - [Off-Grid Self-Sufficient Island Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earth-house.md) - [Water-Surrounded Summer Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whistling-wind-island.md) - [Fish Lifestyle-Inspired Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-gills.md) - [Sustainable Off-Grid Remote Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daria-sheina.md) - [Coastal Island Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pasparakisfriel.md) - [Climate-Responsive Prefab Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-pod.md)