# Bio-Mimicking Concept Homes The 'Helix' Treehouse Blends in Amongst Tall Trees By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-07-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helix-treehouse References: [homecrux](http://www.homecrux.com/helix-treehouse-by-antony-gibbon/103336/) & [antonygibbondesigns](http://antonygibbondesigns.com/helix/#1) The conceptual '[Helix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-helix-2)' treehouse is a modern dwelling that has been designed without the actual need for a tree, but rather draws its name from the surrounding area that it could be placed in. The dwelling sports a [bio-mimicking design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-leaves) that draws inspiration from the shape of the DNA molecule and is intended to twist upward into the forest to offer [tranquil living space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/more-cabin) that will be appreciated by anyone seeking isolation. The building sports a two-level design that integrates a lounge, bathroom and kitchenette on the ground floor along with a bedroom at the top level to offer unforgettable views at the treetops. The 'Helix' treehouse is the design work of UK-based designer and architect Antony Gibbon. Image Credit: Antony Gibbon Designs ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Bio-mimicking Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the application of bio-mimicking design principles in various industries such as architecture, product design, and transportation. - **Concept Homes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new concepts for innovative and eco-friendly living spaces that cater to the increasing demand for unique and sustainable housing options. - **Twisting Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace the concept of twisting architecture to create visually striking and functional structures that harmoniously blend with their natural surroundings. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate bio-mimicking design elements into architectural projects to enhance sustainability, aesthetics, and functionality. - **Product Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Apply bio-mimicking concepts in product design to improve efficiency, materials, and performance, taking inspiration from nature's optimized solutions. - **Travel and Tourism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate twisting architecture into travel and tourism industry offerings, creating unique and immersive experiences in nature for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elevated Treetop Modern Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buitenverblijf-nest.md) - [Vaulted Structural Telescopic Treehouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistree-home.md) - [Contemporary Conservationist Treehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sylvascope-treehouse.md) - [Repurposed Wooden Shoreside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tree-house-by-the-lake.md) - [Modular Wooden Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piil.md) - [Nature-Immersive Tranquil Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treehouse-villas.md) - [Apple Tree-Surrounding Glass Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acdf.md) - [Slatted Steel Treehouse Surroundings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sawmill-treehouse.md) - [Geometric Structural Forest Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c-house.md)