# Sustainable Crystallized Structures The London Farm Tower is a Solution to Food Crisis By Meghan Young | Published 2011-07-28 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/london-farm-tower References: [designbuzz](http://www.designbuzz.com/entry/sustainable-farm-tower-london-offers-solution-food-crisis/) & [evolo.us](http://www.evolo.us/architecture/sustainable-architecture-farm-tower-in-london/) The prices at the grocery store keep on climbing for a reason; therefore, the London Farm Tower concept could be a great proposal for the very near future. Created to provide a solution to potential food crises, this [sustainable, crystallized structure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-leaves) provides a unique agricultural space so as to create a [self-sustaining city](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxeisland-farm). As the population continues to escalate throughout the world and people continue to consume vast amounts of foods of all kinds, soon the demand will surpass the supply. With the help of the London Farm Tower, this city may be able to avoid a very sticky situation. Designed by Brandon Martella, the London Farm Tower would be situated on the southern bank of the river Thames, facing Potter’s Field. Unaffected by seasonal changes, the London Farm Tower would be able to supply all types of produce year round. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Population Escalation:** Designing self-sustaining agricultural structures to meet the growing demand for food. - **Sustainable Agriculture:** Creating innovative solutions to resolve potential food crises and provide year-round produce. - **Vertical Farming:** Utilizing vertical spaces in urban areas to maximize food production and optimize resource efficiency. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Developing structures that integrate agriculture into urban environments in a sustainable and efficient manner. - **Food Production:** Implementing advanced farming techniques to increase yields and mitigate potential food shortages. - **Urban Planning:** Integrating vertical farming concepts into urban development plans to ensure food security and sustainability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Expansive Local Vertical Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onefarm-vertical-farm.md) - [Urban Food Ecosystems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/living-sphere.md) - [Space-Saving Hydroponic Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-hydroponic-garden-tower.md) - [Architecture-Inspired Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetment-vegetable-cultivator.md) - [Aquatic Floating Farms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-marine-farm.md) - [Greenery-Filled Skyscraper Terrarium](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terrarium-cheongdam.md) - [Rain-Collecting Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bpas-architects.md) - [Haute Hydroponic Gardening Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oasis-smart-farm.md) - [Enclosed Vertical Farms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eco-1.md)