# Gas Station Offices ElevenTH Architects' New Headquarters is an Old Route 66 Fuel Stop By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-30 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eleventh-architects References: [corearchitect](http://www.corearchitect.co.uk/amazing-office-designs/) & [oneoneth](http://www.oneoneth.com/) Route 66 may have become largely deserted after the opening of Insterstate 40, but that hasn't stopped ElevenTH Architects from turning one of its [old gas stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mladinska-knjiga-printing-house) into their new headquarters. Using [recycled parts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tengbom) to retain as much of the original station's edifice as possible, ElevenTH Architects have created a [retro-themed office space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mothers-la-headquarters) that captures all of the original charm of Route 66 iconography while also outfitting their base camp with a green lawn and some modern conveniences. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro-themed Office Spaces:** Creating office spaces with a retro theme can capture the charm of iconic design while offering modern conveniences. - **Reuse of Existing Structures:** Repurposing and reusing existing structures, such as old gas stations, for office spaces can be a sustainable and cost-effective trend. - **Combining Nostalgia with Sustainability:** Blending nostalgic elements with eco-friendly practices can create unique and environmentally conscious office environments. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture and Interior Design:** Architects and interior designers can explore the trend of retro-themed office spaces and the opportunities of repurposing existing structures. - **Sustainable Construction and Renovation:** Companies specializing in sustainable construction can explore the trend of reusing existing structures for office spaces and find innovative ways to make them eco-friendly. - **Green Building Materials and Technologies:** Producers of green building materials and technologies can offer products and solutions for creating eco-friendly retro-themed office spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vacant Wood-Clad Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ichihara-life-and-work-commission-office.md) - [Renovated Historic Design Complexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boksto-6.md) - [70s-Inspired Rustic Law Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/century-city-law.md) - [Factory-Transformed Office Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mana.md) - [Industrial Building Headquarters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eames-institute-of-infinite-curiosity.md) - [Studio-Workshop Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banda-agency-kyiv.md) - [Californian Modern Office Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-job.md) - [Modern Deco Office Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newgen.md) - [Valley-Inspired Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitaoka-group-office.md)