# Mobile Minimalist Hotel Rooms The Hypercubus by Studio WG3 is Self-Sufficient and Compact By Sarah Robson | Published 2012-07-31 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercubus-by-studio-wg3 References: [architizer](http://www.architizer.com/en_us/projects/view/hypercubus/42441/) & [wg3.at](http://www.wg3.at/) It is hard to believe that a hotel room can be so compact, but the Hypercubus by Studio WG3 proves that smaller is better. The name for this amazing cubic apartment comes from the mathematical hypercube shape, and it is located in Austria. The architects designed the project to be self-sufficient and transportable, and it represents a new concept in tourism. The idea for minimal housing concepts are popping up all over the world to promote mobile construction and eco-friendly living. These types of concepts are not dependant on their locations, and are prime examples of a modern compact living. You may have to go outside to use the washroom if you stay in this apartment, but this new design is extremely unique. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Compact Living:** The trend of compact living is gaining popularity worldwide, emphasizing smaller and more efficient living spaces. - **Mobile Construction:** The trend of mobile construction focuses on creating self-sufficient and transportable structures, enabling flexible living options. - **Eco-friendly Living:** The trend of eco-friendly living promotes sustainable practices and reduces environmental impact in housing designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can explore opportunities to provide unique and compact hotel room options that cater to minimalist travelers. - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can innovate by developing self-sufficient and transportable housing designs that promote compact living and eco-friendly practices. - **Tourism:** The tourism industry can embrace the concept of minimal housing to offer alternative accommodation experiences and attract eco-conscious travelers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Prefabricated Miniature Home Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cpsula.md) - [Modern Mobile Futuristic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nestron.md) - [Reinvented Compact Living](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-housing-prototype.md) - [Compact Sustainable Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cabana.md) - [Minimalist Micro Camping Trailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sportcaravan-cube-1.md) - [Ultra-Efficient Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hirondelle-tiny-house.md) - [Thoughtful Micro Studio Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-studio-apartment.md) - [Reimagined Minimal Parisian Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-cocoon.md) - [Shapeshifting Outer Space Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acromnia-orbital-hotel.md)