# Living Tree Houses (UPDATE) These Fantastic Patrick Dougherty Tree Creations Will Blow Your Mind By Jordan M | Published 2011-02-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patrick-dougherty References: [stickwork.net](http://www.stickwork.net/installations.php) Living tree art is a phenomenon that a number of artists have undertaken over the years, but none quite as successfully or prolifically as Patrick Dougherty. The incredible artist has traveled the world creating [living tree art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/structural-botany) for decades, and has created over 200 amazing creations. The most recent additions to Patrick Dougherty's collection follow an [architectural theme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-leaves). This collection features some of Patrick Dougherty's most iconic works which the artist has compiled into an [art anthology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hughmanity) called 'Stickworks'. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 Tree Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include using living tree art techniques in sustainable architecture and landscaping projects. - **Architectural Art Installations:** Disruptive innovation opportunities involve incorporating architectural-themed art installations in public spaces to enhance the aesthetic appeal and cultural experience. - **Art Anthologies:** Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in creating interactive and immersive art anthologies that showcase the works of renowned artists like Patrick Dougherty. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation exist in integrating living tree art into architectural designs, promoting sustainable and eco-friendly building practices. - **Public Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include introducing Patrick Dougherty-inspired architectural art installations in public spaces, creating unique and inspiring environments. - **Art Publishing:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation can be found in curating art anthologies that capture the works and artistic journeys of renowned artists like Patrick Dougherty. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Conservationist Treehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sylvascope-treehouse.md) - [Nature-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humannature-1.md) - [Resin Gravity Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-great-tree.md) - [Artful Elevated Timber Treehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secret-camp.md) - [Cartoonish Tubular Treehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tubular-treehouse.md) - [Modern Rounded Treehouse Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burl-treehouse.md) - [Olive Tree-Centric Wooden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twentieth-house.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Outdoor Floral Sculpture Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptures-at-kew-gardens.md)