# Spinal Staircases The Casa Son Vida 1 in Spain is Luxurious Living at Its Best By Kesha Coggins | Published 2010-08-04 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-son-vida1 References: [freshome](http://freshome.com/2010/03/31/exuberant-and-outrageous-architecture-casa-son-vida-in-spain/) & [tecarchitecture](http://www.tecarchitecture.com/en) Innovation and contemporary design have come together on a grand scale in Casa Son Vida 1, located in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. The tec Architecture firm, working together with Amsterdam-based Marcel Wanders Studio, has created the ultimate in high-quality living. The Casa Son Vida 1 is a one-of-a-kind technologically advanced property, and the concepts incorporated into this home feature the best in sustainable technology. Ecological features include geothermal elements, passive cooling, photovoltaic energy, day-lighting, rainwater retention and super insulation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Technology Homes:** The demand and appeal for sustainable technology features in residential properties creating space for green innovation. - **Luxury Living Spaces:** Designing luxurious living spaces that incorporate innovative technological solutions is becoming a high competitive market. - **Green Architecture:** Green architecture and ecological building practices are gaining interest within the architecture and real estate industries. ### Who This Affects Most - **Real Estate:** Real estate industries that are innovating towards sustainable technology features in high-end luxury properties have a niche market to explore. - **Architecture:** Architects creating innovative building designs that prioritize sustainability will create opportunities for future projects. - **Technology:** Technology companies and start-ups can focus their efforts on developing sustainable innovations that integrate within the architectural design of homes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Patio-Centering Villa Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-tres-patis.md) - [History-Rooted Urban Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-sofia.md) - [Panoramic Terraced Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-95.md) - [Sculptural Canteliver Concrete Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-del-alma.md) - [Monolithic Custom Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-catedral.md) - [Reflective Artful Calming Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-gesso.md) - [Mountain-Top Tranquil Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-aire.md) - [Burnt Orange Walled Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-magarola.md) - [Floating Level Aesthetic Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oak-house-1.md)