# Solarific See-Through Pavilions 'Paul de Ruiter Architects' Designs an Amazing Eco Structure By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-07 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-de-ruiter References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/9/view/12672/paul-de-ruiter-architects-erasmus-university-student-pavilion.html) & [paulderuiter.nl](http://www.paulderuiter.nl/) Paul de Ruiter Architects is well-known for its [innovative and aesthetically stunning green ecotecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-educational-architecture), and its latest designs for a [solar-powered, super-efficient student hub](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-pavilion) for Netherlands Erasmus University is no exception. The proposed structure boasts a vast array of energy efficient innovations intended to keep its ecological footprint as close to zero as possible, such as a sophisticated transparent roof full of light-harvesting tubes, and futuristic air-control systems that filter sunlight while also working in tandem with a ground heat source pump. Paul De Ruiter Architects has also included recreational features in the design however, such as a theater, study areas and even a café. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/9/view/12672/paul-de-ruiter-architects-erasmus-university-student-pavilion.html), [paulderuiter.nl](http://www.paulderuiter.nl/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Green Ecotecture:** Designing eco-friendly structures using innovative and energy-efficient technologies. - **Transparent Roof:** Incorporating light-harvesting tubes into transparent roofs to maximize natural light and reduce energy consumption. - **Futuristic Air-control Systems:** Utilizing advanced air-control systems that filter sunlight and work with ground heat source pumps for energy efficiency. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to integrate sustainable design principles and innovative technologies in their projects. - **Renewable Energy:** Potential for the renewable energy industry to develop and provide advanced solar-powered technologies for building construction. - **Education:** Opportunity for educational institutions to create eco-friendly and energy-efficient student hubs that promote sustainability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Climate-Sensitive Pavilion Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/querkraft.md) - [Sustainable Visitor Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-arc.md) - [Pyramid-Roof Glass Greenhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-pavilion.md) - [Solar Panel Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-tapestry.md) - [Sustainable Educational Architecture Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-educational-architecture.md) - [Botanical Visitor Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-ark-pavilion.md) - [Grid-Connected Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-pavilion.md) - [Interactive Architectural Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-landscape.md) - [Light Filtered Glulam Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paviljong-rosendal.md)