# Modern Eco-Friendly Neighborhoods Fabrica De Arhitectura Creatde an Eco-Friendly Community By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-02-07 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofriendly-community References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/2/daniel-nicolae-popescu-eco-design-home-bucharest-romania) & [fabricadearhitectura.ro](http://fabricadearhitectura.ro/) Bucharest-based designer Daniel Nicolae Popescu with Fabrica de arhitectura created five new homes in an eco-friendly community. These modern homes are made with [recycled materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shor-house) that create a stylish design. The designer created these homes with the intention of making a small space in the densely populated area that is [minimalist and confined](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cabana). The homes are all connected by one private road and a courtyard. Featuring an indoor swimming pool and spa area that is accessible from each home, the shared areas create a sense of community. The design includes parts of Romanaian culture, while still integrating high-quality interior design. With large glass windows, each home is flooded with natural light, giving them an interesting visual appeal. This eco-friendly community aims to change the idea of modern living. Image Credit: Cosmin Dragomir, Vlad Eftenie ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Eco-friendly Housing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable construction materials and technologies for eco-friendly housing projects. - **Minimalist Living:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative design solutions for small living spaces that prioritize functionality and aesthetics. - **Community-centric Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop shared amenities and spaces that foster social connection and a sense of community within housing developments. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture and Construction:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore sustainable building practices and materials to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly housing. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design innovative furniture and decor solutions that maximize space and enhance the aesthetic appeal of minimalistic homes. - **Real Estate Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate community-focused design elements and amenities into housing developments to meet the needs of modern living and promote a sense of belonging. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Country Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/three-oaks-farm.md) - [Reinvented Compact Living](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-housing-prototype.md) - [Eco-Focused Family Housing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rewild-homes.md) - [Sustainable Semi-Detached Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-residu.md) - [Slender Alley Dwelling Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brown-house-1.md) - [Cement Block-Decorated Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-houses.md) - [Contemporary Weatherized Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acute-house.md) - [Slopped-Base Green Tiled Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bak-gordon-arquitectos.md) - [Eccentrically Designed Historic Penthomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crina-arghirescu-rogard.md)