# Otherworldly Hydration Structures The H3AR Watertower Looks to Bring an End to a Heated Conflict By Alex Scott | Published 2010-03-26 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/h3ar-watertower References: [plusmood](http://plusmood.com/2010/03/watertower-hugon-kowalski-of-h3ar/) & [h3ar.pl](http://www.h3ar.pl/) In the African country of Sudan there has always been a struggle to find a new source of fresh water, a struggle that has caused many conflicts in the past. With the recent discovery of an immense [underground lake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/living-on-groundwater) however, many are hoping these conflicts will soon come to an end. The H3AR Watertower was designed to help [extract water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-atmospheric-water) from this subterranean reservoir to allow easy access for the locals. Inspired by the symbol of the African Savanna, the baobab, the H3AR Watertower also [houses a school](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/african-flow-school) as well as a hospital. If built, the structure hopes to bring peace to this highly contested region. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South 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 - **Underground Water Extraction:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing advanced technologies for extracting water from subterranean reservoirs, providing access to new sources of fresh water. - **Multi-purpose Architectural Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing structures that integrate various functions such as schools, hospitals, and water extraction facilities to maximize efficiency and impact. - **Conflict Resolution Through Infrastructure:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating infrastructure projects that address societal conflicts by providing essential resources like water, promoting peace and stability. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Water Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing technologies, equipment, and systems for efficient extraction of water from underground reservoirs. - **Architecture and Construction:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovating in architectural design and construction techniques to create multi-functional structures that address community needs. - **Infrastructure Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating conflict resolution strategies into infrastructure projects, focusing on providing essential resources and fostering stability in conflict-prone regions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rain-Collecting Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bpas-architects.md) - [Elevated Water Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bird-mammal-shelter.md) - [Sculptural Water Tower Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vga-water-tower.md) - [Community Water Access Points](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luanda-waterpoints.md) - [Accessible Atmospheric Water Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-from-air.md) - [Hydro-Positive Microhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/living-on-groundwater.md) - [Eco Living Vertical Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eden-rise-vertical.md) - [3D-Printed Community Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hope-village.md) - [Water-Activated Book Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dehydrating-book.md)