# Indoor Tree Trunks Project ‘Quercus' Uses a Cast of a 150 Year-Old Oak Trunk By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-06-23 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-tree-trunks-project-quercus References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/6789/weyers-borms-quercus-water-barrel.html) The ‘Quercus’ water barrel project was made my Weyers & Borms and features a cast of a [150 year-old oak trunk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/age-of-wood). The unique water barrel is made from a [polyester and fibreglass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rosana-sousa) and looks like a real-life tree stump. The project was aimed around releasing collected water via a small tap that was built into the trunk. **Implications** - Today's eco-conscious consumer is constantly seeking ways to become closer to nature on a daily basis, resulting in pieces like the Quercus. With a rising sense of mass eco consciousness, the design industry is seeing many more interior and fashion pieces that incorporate a sense of naturalism. Companies can capitalize on this movement by incorporating a [woodland aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imprint-collection) or the use of recycled materials into product manufacturing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 62% | 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) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco Conscious Design:** Opportunity to create interior and fashion pieces that incorporate a sense of naturalism. - **Woodland Aesthetic:** Opportunity to incorporate natural elements and designs inspired by forests and trees. - **Recycled Material Manufacturing:** Opportunity to utilize recycled materials in product manufacturing. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers to create eco-conscious spaces with a naturalistic touch. - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate woodland aesthetics into their designs. - **Sustainable Manufacturing:** Opportunity for manufacturers to incorporate sustainable practices and use recycled materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Felled Tree Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ptacek-home-chunk-line.md) - [Sustainable Cork Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-for-the-trees.md) - [Sculptural Whisky Decanters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistry-in-oak.md) - [Japanese Art-Inspired Oak Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novus-collection.md) - [Tree-Based Material Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abney-effect.md) - [Sustainable Wooden Natural Materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forestbank.md) - [Terrarium Stool Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-stool.md) - [Tree-Inspired Modular Outdoor Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orixe.md) - [Living Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treevive.md)