# Plant-Accommodating Building Facades This Building Designed by 'OA:Lab' in Seoul is Plant-Friendly By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-02-26 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/building-facades References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2016/02/26/this-kindergarten-has-flowerpots-built-in-to-the-facade/) & [oa-lab.org](http://oa-lab.org/) As cityscapes become ever-present around the world, builders are looking for ways to help incorporate [natural aesthetics into building facades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raw-house) as seen with this design from 'OA:Lab.' Packed with [planter pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planter-300) that support a variety of different plant species to flourish, the building is located in Seoul, Korea, and helps to add a touch of nature against the concrete structure. The panels used on the building could be incorporated onto a variety of different structures elsewhere, which could help to increase a sense of [green space in urban metropolises](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/central-yards). The built-in flower pots are organically shaped to not distract too much from the aesthetic beauty of the building. Drainage holes enable excess water to leak out. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Plant-friendly Building Facades:** As cityscapes become more common, builders are searching for ways to integrate natural elements into building facades. - **Urban Green Space:** Using building facades as a way to add green space to urban centers could help mitigate negative environmental impacts and improve quality of life. - **Multi-functional Building Design:** The incorporation of planters into building facades demonstrates an opportunity for buildings to serve multiple functions beyond their primary purpose. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architects and builders can explore how to integrate planters into building facades to improve the aesthetic appeal and functionality of urban structures. - **Green Building:** Builders and developers can consider incorporating plant-friendly features in their designs as part of sustainable building practices. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planners can think about how to use building facades as a tool to increase green space in cities and improve environmental sustainability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Greenery-Filled Skyscraper Terrarium](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terrarium-cheongdam.md) - [Plant-Filled Latticed Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touching-eden-house.md) - [Plant-Covered Facade Factories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollimarchini.md) - [Plant-Covered Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-kd45.md) - [Draped Plant-Design Shopping Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calwer-passage.md) - [Park-Covered Structural Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ola-palermo.md) - [Organic Striking Tower Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-leaves.md) - [Planted Balcony Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-greens.md) - [Architecture-Inspired Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetment-vegetable-cultivator.md)