# Floating Forest Initiatives Rotterdam Will Install a "Bobbing Forest" in 2016 for a Greener City By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-12-29 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bobbing-forest References: [popupcity.net](http://popupcity.net/a-floating-forest-for-rotterdam/) The 'Bobbing Forest' is an impending initiative in Rotterdam that will see a number of singular floating trees will be installed in a harbor of the Dutch coastal city. The unique technology was pioneered by designers and entrepreneurs at Mothership and will begin rolling out at different points beginning March 16, 2016. The 'Bobbing Forest' program will see the first set of 20 trees installed in Rotterdam's Rijnhaven, a downtown harbor basin, on that March date. The positive initiative helps solve the challenges of incorporating more greenery in an urban area mostly covered in concrete. The entire project is aimed at creating a greener Rotterdam and was inspired 'In Search of Habitus' by Jorge Bakker, which features an aquarium filled with small "bobbers" that can grow trees. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Floating Forest:** The 'Bobbing Forest' initiative in Rotterdam creates a floating forest in an urban area. - **Urban Greenery:** The 'Bobbing Forest' program addresses the challenge of incorporating more greenery in concrete-covered urban areas. - **Innovative Landscaping:** The installation of floating trees in Rotterdam's harbor showcases an innovative approach to urban landscaping. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** The 'Bobbing Forest' project presents an opportunity for architects to explore innovative and sustainable design solutions for urban green spaces. - **Environmental Technology:** Developing floating tree technology for urban areas can lead to advancements in environmental technologies that promote sustainable urban development. - **Tourism:** The 'Bobbing Forest' installation can attract tourists interested in unique urban green initiatives, creating new opportunities in the tourism industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Forest Tower Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderwoods-vertical-forest.md) - [Upcoming Architectural Floating Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centroparco.md) - [Aquatic Floating Farms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-marine-farm.md) - [Mangrove Forest-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/once-upon-a-forest.md) - [Floating Marine Park Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smrket.md) - [Nature-Connecting Design Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vert-installation.md) - [Recycled Plastic Floating Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mast.md) - [Air-Purifying Tree Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treeone.md) - [Artfully Made Floating Plazas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aquapraa.md)