# Recycled Zombie Abodes This Bangkok Guesthouse by All(Zone) Brings Old Materials to Life By Jordan M | Published 2011-02-19 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guesthouse-by-allzone References: [architizer](http://www.architizer.com/en_us/blog/dyn/14540/firm-of-the-week-allzone/) & [allzonedesignall](http://www.allzonedesignall.com/index.php#) After dismantling her 70-year-old home, a ceramic artist named Pim decided that this guesthouse by all(zone) architects was the best way to capitalize on the resulting plethora of [leftover building materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shor-house). The resulting two-story Thai sala (living room) is a veritable Frankenstein tribute to the former structure's parts and now serves as a meeting place for Pim's family and friends. With its distinctly [rustic appearance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rustic-renovation), the biggest achievement of this guesthouse by all(zone) architects is how it successfully manages to create something so new while keeping Pim's memories largely intact. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Architecture:** Exploring sustainable architecture solutions by repurposing leftover building materials. - **Upcycling:** Embracing the concept of upcycling to create unique and innovative structures. - **Heritage Conservation:** Preserving memories and cultural heritage through architectural design. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Architects can find innovative opportunities in repurposing materials and creating sustainable designs. - **Construction:** Exploring new construction methods that incorporate upcycling for more environmentally friendly projects. - **Tourism & Hospitality:** Using heritage conservation in guesthouse design to create unique and memorable experiences for tourists. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adaptive Backyard Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-shack-1.md) - [Eco-Friendly Refurbished Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woa-second-home.md) - [Salvaged Material-Made Saunas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-sauna.md) - [Recycled Plastic Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-plastic-tiny-home.md) - [Abandoned Bar-Transformed Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xstudio.md) - [Childhood-Inspired Generational Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflection-house.md) - [Renewed Kyoto Townhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-aluc.md) - [Vibrant Tropical Guesthouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bi-design-house.md) - [Rural Guesthouse Renovation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-catcher.md)