# Liveable Cardboard Abodes The Wikkelhouse is a Sustainable House Made From Recycled Paper By M | Published 2016-04-26 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-abode References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2016/04/24/houses-made-from-cardboard/) & [wikkelhouse](http://wikkelhouse.com/) The Wikkelhouse is a [modular cardboard abode](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whidbey-puzzle-prefab) that despite being made out of recycled paper, provides a sustainable home for consumers to reside in. The house is put together by a Dutch brand called Fiction Factory that provides a liveable space made from paper that has been sealed and made waterproof with a special coating to make the house fully functional in all sorts of climates. While a paper house might sound more whimsical and far-fetched to be a functional space, the Wikkelhouse -- translated to mean 'wrapping house' -- is built to be long-lasting and strong in structure. The frame is made from cardboard with an exterior wooden panelling that protects the inside. The house sits above ground, offering a small cabin for consumers to live in. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modular Cardboard Abodes:** Manufacturers can leverage sustainable materials to create affordable and eco-friendly housing options using modular cardboard technology. - **Eco-friendly Building Materials:** Innovative materials like recycled paper and advanced coatings can allow for sustainable home construction that is both cost-effective and easy to install and maintain. - **Tiny Homes:** The trend towards downsizing and minimalism is driving the demand for small living spaces like the Wikkelhouse, paving the way for modular designs that can suit a variety of living needs and space requirements. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Construction:** Adoption of sustainable materials is an opportunity to drive innovation in the construction industry, providing affordable and efficient solutions for housing construction and renovation. - **Architecture:** Designers and architects can leverage modular designs and eco-friendly materials to create new, innovative building forms that meet the unique needs of modern consumers. - **Sustainability:** The trend towards eco-friendly materials and sustainable living is driving demand for new innovation in materials science and sustainable product development, creating opportunities for startups and established companies alike. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Economical Modular Wooden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cake-house.md) - [Fully Recyclable 3D-Printed Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biohome3d.md) - [Affordable Minimalist Cat Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petsy-cat-house.md) - [Compact Sustainable Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cabana.md) - [Refreshing Sustainable Modular Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whidbey-puzzle-prefab.md) - [Sustainably Crafted Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-log-house.md) - [Origami-Inspired Disaster Relief Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefab-folding-pods.md) - [Climate-Responsive Prefab Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-pod.md) - [Compact Modular Forest Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-house.md)