# Tree-Inspired Panelled Workspaces Hood Design Studio Creates a New Campus in Silicon Valley By Amy Duong | Published 2023-07-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hood-design-studio References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2023/07/24/hood-design-studio-nvidia-campus-tree-photovoltaic-silicon-valley/) & [hooddesignstudio](https://www.hooddesignstudio.com/)  Oakland-based landscape company Hood Design Studio creates a unique new structure that resembles [two treehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetta-tessino) that are paneled with a large photovoltaic trellis over the campus of a software company. This is located in Silicon Valley and rests on a four-acre site resting just between two buildings. It is made as an [outdoor working space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bochum-office) for those at [NVIDIA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bro-cooling-bro-megaorb) with elevated platforms in the middle complete with wooden benches to invite a more dynamic working experience. Du Solier explains the design project, stating that "The large trellis is much like a tree. A structure that opens up and out rather than focused inward. Two types of red oaks and cultivars specific to this area were chosen for their low branching to create a treed landform at eye level." Image Credit: Hood Design Studio ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 17% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Tree-inspired Workspaces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing outdoor working spaces that mimic the natural environment to enhance creativity and productivity. - **Photovoltaic Trellis:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing sustainable energy solutions by incorporating photovoltaic trellises into architectural designs. - **Dynamic Working Experience:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Redesigning workspaces with elevated platforms and inviting seating arrangements to foster collaboration and employee well-being. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Landscape Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating innovative design concepts and sustainable elements into landscape architecture projects. - **Renewable Energy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing new ways to incorporate renewable energy sources, such as photovoltaic trellises, into built environments. - **Office Furniture and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Rethinking office furniture and design to create dynamic and inspiring workspaces that promote productivity and employee satisfaction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hidden Garden Timber Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-room-around-a-tree.md) - [Self-Designed Tranquil Workspaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-saransh.md) - [Greenhouse Office Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-for-roundtable.md) - [Vaulted Structural Telescopic Treehouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistree-home.md) - [Woodland-Inspired Timber Office Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pavilion-jardins.md) - [Wooden Site Home OFfices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moss-rock.md) - [Valley-Inspired Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitaoka-group-office.md) - [Acoustic Workstation Hoods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canopy-desk.md) - [Tree-Like Library Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-of-knowledge.md)