# Green-Domed Gyms The $24-Million North Lincolnshire Sports Academy is Spectacular By Meghan Young | Published 2011-05-24 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/north-lincolnshire-sports-academy References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2011/05/image-of-the-da-199.php) & [andrewwrightassociates](http://www.andrewwrightassociates.com) Located in Scunthorpe, U.K., the [North Lincolnshire Sports Academy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st-lawrence-market-north) is a spectacular domed structure that mimics its surrounding landscape beautifully. Comprised of six domed pods that have been covered with heather and grass, it will cost approximately $24 million to complete. To be finished by July of this year, the North Lincolnshire Sports Academy features a [swimming pool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waltham-forest-college), a sports hall, a fitness suite, a dance studio and a climbing column. It was designed by [Andrew Wright Associates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rewild-wine). As I look at the North Lincolnshire Sports Academy, I can’t help but wonder why we don’t have anything like this in Canada or the United States. Granted, there might be a lot more lush greenery in the United Kingdom to be inspired by, but I can only hope that this structure will inspire more around the world. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eco-friendly Sports Facilities:** Creating sports facilities that blend with the surrounding environment and use renewable energy sources for sustainable operations. - **Nature-inspired Architecture:** Designing buildings that emulate nature's aesthetic while incorporating modern technologies and functionality. - **Holistic Health and Wellness Centers:** Building all-inclusive facilities that offer fitness, wellness, and mental health services to promote overall well-being. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sports Facilities:** Building innovative and sustainable sports facilities that incorporate modern designs and environmental consciousness. - **Architecture & Design:** Developing nature-inspired and eco-friendly buildings through the use of innovative construction methods and sustainable materials. - **Health and Wellness:** Creating holistic health and wellness centers that cater to the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of individuals through advanced technologies and nature-inspired spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Domed Underground Sports Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alma-complex.md) - [Steel Pavilion Sports Clubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mocol-sports-club.md) - [Textured Concrete Panelled Gyms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/md41.md) - [Modern Heritage Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norwich-sports-village.md) - [Steel-Framed Recreation Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rosemary-brown.md) - [Racket-Inspired Tennis Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-england-lawn.md) - [Skylight-Topped English Pool Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malvern-pool-house.md) - [Insulated Timber Sports Facilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daillens-sports-facility.md) - [Large Sports Complexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greater-bay-area-sports-centre.md)