# Nature-Surrounded Residences These Apartments are Meant to Blend in with Hangzhou's Landscape By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-10-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naturesurrounded References: [wallpaper](http://www.wallpaper.com/architecture/david-chipperfield-completes-xixi-wetland-estate) & [davidchipperfield](http://www.davidchipperfield.co.uk/project/xixi_wetland_estate) These nature-surrounded apartments in Hangzhou are built around the town's historic landscape, taking advantage of the area's spectacular views. Hangzhou has long been celebrated as a hub for nature enthusiasts because of its unruffled lakes, ancient waterways and lush gardens. The apartment complex named 'Xixi' uses its [nature-surrounded location](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-by-the-grove) as a botanical frame, leaving much of its nearby greenery untouched. The Xixi is built among droopy willow trees and stretches of marshland. The units are built on rectangular stone plinths, an architectural hallmark of the city. The base of the apartments was designed to have a variety of levels, ensuring easy entry into the buildings. The result is a [verdant village](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shibanee-kamal) that was built to respect and maintain the space surrounding it, giving residents the feeling that they are immersed in nature rather than in view of it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Nature-inspired Architecture:** Opportunity for architects and developers to incorporate natural elements in their building designs, resulting in a more sustainable and eco-friendly community. - **Green Living Spaces:** There is a growing demand for urban residential properties that offer access to green spaces and natural surroundings, leading to opportunities for real estate developers to create sustainable housing communities. - **Eco-tourism Accommodations:** Nature-inspired residences can leverage eco-tourism as they offer unique and sustainable accommodations for travelers seeking immersive natural experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Real Estate:** Incorporating natural elements in residential properties and sustainable architecture can provide competitive advantages for real estate developers seeking to target eco-conscious homebuyers and renters. - **Hospitality:** Eco-tourism and nature-inspired accommodations offer an innovative way for the hospitality industry to meet the demand of eco-conscious travelers looking for unique and sustainable experiences. - **Architecture and Design:** Opportunity for architects and designers to create sustainable and eco-friendly homes and communities that celebrate the natural surroundings and promote green living. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Natural Landscape-Surrounding Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/under-the-rain-trees.md) - [Serene Waterfront Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lake-house-life-experience-pavilion.md) - [Bamboo-Clad Residential Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-park-villa.md) - [Circular Garden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-o.md) - [Glamorous Urban Tranquil Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-villa.md) - [Landscape-Concealed Cultural Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chaohu-natural-and-cultural-centre.md) - [Hillside Embedded Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-the-slope.md) - [Plant-Filled Latticed Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touching-eden-house.md) - [Landscape-Integrated Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-by-the-grove.md)