# Sustainable Bamboo Meditation Temples The Luum Temple Offers a Tranquil Space for Mindfulness By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-07-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luum-temple References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2019/07/15/designed-completely-in-bamboo-the-luum-temple-celebrates-sustainable-growth/) The [Luum Temple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citrus-blend) has been created as a sustainable building in Tulum, Mexico that is crafted from eco-friendly materials with a meditation-focused intention. The building was designed by CO-LAB Design Office and is situated in a residential development calls Luum Zama that is focused on conservation. Although it maintains a powerful, sturdy aesthetic the building is made entirely from [bamboo materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juna) and will even provide effective protection from sun and rain to make it ideal for [meditation practice](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenhouse) and more. The building was explained by the architects behind the project who said, "Luum Temple is a show case for sustainable development, it combines innovative design and engineering with artisanal building and organic sustainable materials. The arched vaults support each other, co-existing in structural dependency, serving as a reminder to the community of our interdependence and the accomplishments we can achieve when we work together." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Architecture:** Opportunities for architects to consider eco-friendly materials and innovative designs for sustainable buildings - **Mindfulness Spaces:** Growing demand for spaces that promote mindfulness and well-being, with potential for businesses to capitalize on this trend by creating similar spaces - **Bamboo as a Building Material:** Increasing interest in using bamboo as a sustainable and durable building material, creating opportunities for industries to explore its potential uses in construction ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Architecture firms could capitalize on the demand for sustainable designs and materials - **Wellness:** Businesses focused on wellness could explore creating mindfulness spaces using eco-friendly and sustainable materials - **Construction:** Construction companies and building industry could explore the potential uses of bamboo as a sustainable building material in their future projects ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Landmark-Based Buddhist Temples](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uppercloister.md) - [Organic Cliffside Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intaaya-retreat.md) - [Forest Bamboo Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-cabin.md) - [Temple-Inspired Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/j-kidman-architecture.md) - [Bamboo Forest Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-rainforest-pavilion.md) - [Multi-Faith Spiritual Temples](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nondenominational-temple.md) - [Timber Monastery Campuses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plum-village-buddhist.md) - [Sustainable Dome Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belalu-dome-villa.md) - [Minimal Timber Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenhouse.md)