# Sustainable Seaside Shacks The Kebony Boat House is an Eco-Friendly Take on Coastal Architecture By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-10-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kebony-boat-house References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/kebony-boat-house-by-trestykker-students) & [trestykker](http://www.trestykker.com/) The Kebony Boat House by TreStykker Students is a [compact coastal structure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timber-residence) designed with sustainability in mind. The pop-up architecture piece has been built in the central harborfront in Oslo, Norway. The wood-clad building is not only a [functional boat house](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folly-fair-hill), but also serves as a functional venue for small theatrical performances and musical concerts. Named for its eco-friendly material, the Kebony Boat House is built from an alternative to tropical hardwood. The sustainable material is free from toxins and is durable and resistant to decay. [Oslo School of Architecture and Design and Bergen School of Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotspot) and NTNU in Trondheim teamed up for TreStykker, an independent workshop that aims to teach individuals about the importance of ecologically responsible architecture practices. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 76% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Coastal Architecture:** Architects and designers are exploring eco-friendly building materials and practices to create functional structures that minimize environmental impact in coastal areas. - **Multi-functional Pop-up Architecture:** Designers are creating compact, flexible structures that serve multiple functions, such as the Kebony Boat House's dual use as a boat house and performance venue. - **Collaborative Eco Workshops:** Independent workshops like TreStykker bring together architects and designers to teach and promote ecologically responsible architecture practices. ### Who This Affects Most - **Construction and Building Materials:** Companies can explore creating and marketing alternative, sustainable materials to replace conventional hardwoods and minimize environmental impact. - **Eco-friendly Tourism and Hospitality:** Innovative designers can develop functional, sustainable structures that enhance the coastal tourism experience while minimizing environmental impact. - **Education and Training:** Educational institutions and organizations can offer workshops and collaborative initiatives that promote and teach ecologically responsible architecture practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lakeside Lab Hub Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boathouse-zuka.md) - [Coastal Bright Red Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handegrd-arkitektur.md) - [Two-Storey Contemporary Houseboats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garde-hvalse.md) - [Boat-Inspired Community Center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esbjerg-maritime-center.md) - [Sustainable Floating Cork Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-float-1.md) - [Sleek Compact Floating Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blatto-boat.md) - [Arctic Floating Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-vipp-guesthouse.md) - [Boat Design-Inspired Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/three-mile-harbor.md) - [Recycling-Centric Waterfront Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shor-house.md)