# Upcycled Train Stations El Galpon is an Organic, Fair-Trade Market Made out of a Transit Depot By Jordan M | Published 2011-02-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/el-galpon References: [pickupthefork](http://pickupthefork.com/2010/07/28/el-galpon-market-organico/) The El Galpón market in Buenos Aires is proof that even the most unlikely of venues can be turned into a sustainable business with a bit of creativity. Located within an [old train warehouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/albina-riverside) that had fallen into disrepair, El Galpón is a remarkable co-op market that specializes in organic and fair-trade products. According to Inhabitat, however, the remarkable space also serves as a haven for "permaculture workshops, eco-design fairs, yoga classes, a barter, an organic vegetable patch and even a community online radio" all within one "friendly space." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 22% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Marketplaces:** Opportunity to create co-op markets specialized in sustainable, organic and fair-trade products within repurposed spaces. - **Permaculture Workshops:** Chance to offer permaculture workshops in unique venues, providing education on sustainable practices. - **Eco-design Fairs:** Potential for organizing eco-design fairs in repurposed locations, showcasing sustainable products and innovative designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Retail:** Retailers can consider transforming abandoned spaces into sustainable markets, offering eco-friendly products. - **Education:** Educational institutions and organizations can utilize repurposed venues to conduct permaculture workshops and promote sustainable practices. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can explore the concept of eco-design fairs in repurposed locations, connecting sustainable brands with conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Industrial Food Hall Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pullman-market.md) - [Ultra-Green Deadstock Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kisarazu-concept-store.md) - [D2C Artisan Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artisan-marketplace1.md) - [Grocer-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-market-popup.md) - [Restored Market Halls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feskekrka.md) - [Community Market Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercado-nicols-bravo.md) - [Hybrid Community Supermarkets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-after-market.md) - [Repurposed Textile Factory Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freitag-1.md) - [Eco-Friendly Pop-Up Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-green-vic.md)