# Hybrid Warehouse Dorms This Deserted Building was Turned Into a Student Residence by Macro Sea By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-10-05 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macro-sea References: [fastcodesign](http://www.fastcodesign.com/3051857/a-converted-warehouse-meets-college-in-this-fancy-student-residence?partner=rss) & [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2015/10/02/macro-sea-former-kreuzberg-factory-student-housing-g27-global-institute-berlin-interior-design/) New York-based developers Macro Sea created aided a group of abroad students in creating this spectacularly revamped [student residence](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/66-monitor). By transforming an old [abandoned warehouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xstudio) into a place where students could live and learn, the 79,000 square foot space now contains bedrooms, classrooms and living spaces. The entire warehouse is a futuristic vision -- there are mezzanine sleeping areas, communal kitchens, lounge spaces and classrooms for studying. Deemed the 'G.27 Global Institute,' this building combines modern and retro themes to create a spacious living area for students. By transforming a [former car radio button factory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tengbom) in Berlin's Kreuzberg district, Macro Sea was able to upcycle an entire building. The warehouse may never have been used again if it weren't for this creative idea. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hybrid Living Spaces:** The concept of hybrid living spaces that combine residential, educational, and work spaces is on the rise, creating opportunities for developers and architects to design versatile and adaptable buildings. - **Warehouse Renovation:** Renovating abandoned or underused warehouses into residential spaces is an emerging trend that offers opportunities for real estate developers and property managers to create unique and affordable housing solutions. - **Sustainable Upcycling:** Repurposing and upcycling abandoned buildings into new constructions is a growing trend that presents opportunities for architects and builders to create sustainable and environmentally friendly structures. ### Who This Affects Most - **Real Estate:** Real estate developers and property managers can benefit from the trend of warehouse renovations by creating versatile living spaces that cater to the needs of modern tenants. - **Architecture:** Architects can tap into the trend of hybrid living spaces by designing flexible and adaptable buildings that can be used as both residential and educational spaces. - **Construction:** Building companies can take advantage of the trend of sustainable upcycling by incorporating eco-friendly materials and construction methods into the renovation of abandoned or underused buildings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Welcoming Prefabricated Student Housing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ignacio-prego-architectures.md) - [Warehouse-Transformed Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-many-faces.md) - [Madrid Warehouse Conversions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burr-studio.md) - [Split-Level Warehouse Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kerr.md) - [Converted Mill-Artist Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/154-scott.md) - [New-Generation Artful Urban Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-project.md) - [Brutalist Converted Learning Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archipelago.md) - [Converted Concrete Warehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nerihu.md) - [School-Converted Lifestyle Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-bahru.md)