# Living Walls Oulu Bar & EcoLounge By Ayman | Published 2008-04-02 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oulu-bar-ecolounge References: [jetsongreen](http://www.jetsongreen.com/2008/03/oulu-bar-eco-lo.html) The [Oulu Bar & EcoLounge](http://www.oulunyc.com) in Williamsburg is Brooklyn's first living wall installation. In addition to vastly improving the looks of the bar (see before picture), the vertical greenery installment makes a very loud environmental statement to all passersby. We can all help by incorporating environmental designs into our everyday life, from homes to businesses. In addition to the outdoors design, the [wood paneling on the interior walls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinesen-apartment) carries the natural feel of the living wall inside the lounge. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 59% | 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) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Living Walls:** Implementing living walls in urban spaces to create visually appealing and environmentally-friendly installations. - **Vertical Greenery:** Using vertical greenery installations as a way to make a bold environmental statement and enhance the aesthetics of spaces. - **Environmental Designs:** Incorporating eco-friendly designs into everyday life, from homes to businesses. ### Who This Affects Most - **Hospitality:** Implementing living walls in hotel lobbies and restaurants to create a unique and sustainable ambiance. - **Architecture:** Integrating vertical greenery installations in building designs to improve air quality and create urban oases. - **Retail:** Incorporating living walls in retail spaces to create a visually striking shopping experience and attract environmentally-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nature-Inspired Brick Properties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/populus-seattle.md) - [Nature-Connecting Design Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vert-installation.md) - [Nature Blending Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-tower-one.md) - [Plant-Filled Latticed Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touching-eden-house.md) - [Plant-Centric Dynamic Office Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-of-edyn.md) - [Tranquil Plant-Filled Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyer-co.md) - [DIY-Themed Upstairs Lounges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/public-records.md) - [Forest Tower Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderwoods-vertical-forest.md) - [Biophilic Workplace Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mangrove-garden.md)