# Rain-Catching Eco Buildings The 'Footprint at the Bridge' is a Role Model for Green Architecture By Jordan M | Published 2011-05-24 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/footprint-at-the-bridge References: [johnstonarchitects](http://www.johnstonarchitects.com/FP_bridge.html) The 'Footprint at the Bridge' building in Seattle is noteworthy for a number of reasons, but most important is its rain-catching strategy. Each year, the entire structure uses over 100,000 gallons less water than a standard-code building of commensurate size. The residents of 'Footprint at the Bridge' accomplish this amazing feat by [collecting rainwater from the rooftop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raindrop-1) and from courtyard areas. This water is then deposited in a [large holding cistern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bird-mammal-shelter) underneath the building and then used as needed. In addition to the 'Footprint at the Bridge' building's various other [eco-friendly design features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mandai-rainforest-resort), this system has put the structure up for candidacy as an LEED Platinum status recipient -- one of the highest honors eco-friendly institutions can achieve. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, 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 - **Rainwater Harvesting:** Innovation opportunity for companies to design and implement sustainable rain-catching systems in their buildings to conserve water. - **Green Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to incorporate eco-friendly designs in their buildings, such as rainwater harvesting, to reduce their carbon footprint. - **LEED Certification:** Opportunity for builders to pursue LEED Platinum certification by incorporating sustainable designs, such as rainwater harvesting, in their projects and gain a competitive edge. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Construction:** Companies in the construction industry can leverage sustainable designs, such as rainwater harvesting, to provide eco-friendly buildings in line with changing customer preferences. - **Architecture:** Architects can incorporate green designs, such as rainwater harvesting, in their projects to meet evolving environmental regulations and societal expectations. - **Real Estate:** Real estate companies can incorporate sustainable designs, such as rainwater harvesting, in their buildings to differentiate themselves in the market and attract eco-conscious tenants. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rain-Collecting Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bpas-architects.md) - [Hydro-Positive Microhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/living-on-groundwater.md) - [Nature-Inspired Brick Properties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/populus-seattle.md) - [Water-Powered Family Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breach-house.md) - [Bamboo Forest Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-rainforest-pavilion.md) - [Recycling-Centric Waterfront Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shor-house.md) - [Slender Alley Dwelling Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brown-house-1.md) - [Closed-Loop Bathing Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upfall-shower.md) - [Barcon-Negative Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picoplanktonics.md)