# Bio-Climatic Abodes The Casa en Rio Cedro is a Wall-Free Zone By Omar Yusuf | Published 2011-09-20 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-en-rio-cedro References: [treehugger](http://www.treehugger.com/files/2011/09/bioclimatic-no-walls-house-in-northern-colombia-is-caribbean-paradise.php) & [planbarquitectura](http://www.planbarquitectura.com/) Those with a keen eye for architecture will immediately recognize the breezy, wall-less Casa en Rio Cedro as the work of famed Colombian firm Plan B. Named for the Caribbean seaside town it's located by, the Casa en Rio Cedro boasts an entirely bio-climatic design. Normally, architects use walls and windows to regulate the internal temperature of a house, but Plan B likes to do things in an unconventional manner. A no-walls philosophy means the entire building relies on the year-round mild climate of Colombia. The roof, made from [certified reforested wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-guaec-project) and nearby thatch, has been installed to ensure the comfort of tenants during rainfall. Best of all, the orientation of the building takes advantage of the wind currents, ensuring a smooth pattern of [cross ventilation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-corjeum). The Casa en Rio Cedro proves that comfort and [eco-friendly design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-prakriti-biophilic) are not only compatible, but also complimentary. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Bio-climatic Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to explore wall-less designs that rely on natural elements for temperature regulation. - **Unconventional Design:** Designers have the chance to challenge traditional architectural norms by prioritizing innovative and unconventional approaches. - **Eco-friendly Homes:** Increasing market demand for environmentally sustainable residences presents an opportunity for builders to create eco-friendly homes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architects can incorporate bio-climatic design principles to create energy-efficient buildings that enhance occupant comfort. - **Construction:** Builders can embrace unconventional design techniques to construct unique and eco-friendly structures that appeal to environmentally conscious buyers. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can align with the eco-friendly home trend by utilizing sustainable materials and incorporating bioclimatic concepts into their designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Climate-Adaptive Tropical Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ocean-eye.md) - [Climate-Generating Skylight Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-con-lucarna.md) - [High Concrete Walled Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cesar-mancillas.md) - [Mountain-Top Tranquil Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-aire.md) - [Sustainable Canopy Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-solai.md) - [Landscape-Integrated Hill Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-av.md) - [Off-Grid Oceanside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campos-studio.md) - [Transparent Shell-Covered Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-brisa.md) - [Pavilion-Style Art Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galeria-house.md)