# Eco-Friendly Mountain Chalets This French Chalet Was Designed with Sustainable Features By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-05-25 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-chalet References: [freshome](http://freshome.com/modern-extension-chalet-France/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [chevallier-architectes.fr](http://www.chevallier-architectes.fr/) This beautiful French chalet designed by Chevallier Architectes sits atop a mountain in Les Houches and has environmentally friendly components in its design. The chalet is the perfect fusion of modern and natural elements -- with [large floor-to-ceiling windows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haus-am-lagnesberg) that contrast with the house's wooden floors, walls and exterior. The house has spectacular views that are taken advantage of with those large windows, with the designers ensuring that even a person taking a bath can still enjoy the views of the surrounding houses and mountains. The environmentally friendly aspects of this French chalet include a green-roof and "high-performance insulating solutions." With an enormous deck overlooking the spectacular views -- as well as a submerged hot tub -- this lovely [mountaintop chalet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avber-house) brings the words 'dream home' to mind. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Architecture:** Developing sustainable designs for residential buildings that incorporate green-roofs and high-performance insulation. - **Integration of Nature and Architecture:** Combining modern design elements with natural materials, like wooden floors and walls, to create a harmonious living space. - **Maximizing Views Through Design:** Creating large floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase the surrounding landscape and allow for optimal views from every part of the building. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Design:** Opportunity to incorporate sustainable features and nature-inspired elements into residential and commercial buildings. - **Hotel and Hospitality:** Potential to create eco-friendly and picturesque mountain resorts that offer sustainable and luxurious accommodations. - **Real Estate Development:** Opportunity to design and build eco-friendly homes in scenic locations, attracting environmentally conscious buyers seeking a blend of comfort and sustainability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Natural Comfort Chalets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalet-cocagne.md) - [Holiday Mountain Village Chalets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfect-day-house.md) - [Nordic-Inspired Alpine Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalet-bertha.md) - [Elevated Mountain Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-cadree-perche.md) - [Mass Timber Canadian Chalets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalet-vale-perkins.md) - [Contemporary Mountainous Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountainous-home.md) - [Contemporary Ski Home Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traditional-ski-chalet.md) - [Timber-Clad Canadian Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-cime.md) - [Eco-Friendly Miniature Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dufour.md)