# Dumpster Swimming Pools The Pool by Stefan Beese is Cost-Effective and Easily Portable By Meghan Young | Published 2013-02-12 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pool-by-stefan-beese References: [dvice](http://www.dvice.com/2013-2-11/slick-homemade-pool-puts-whole-new-spin-dumpster-diving) & [stefanbeese](http://www.stefanbeese.com/) The pool by Stefan Beese, an architect born in Flensburg, Germany, and based in New Orleans, Louisiana, is made out of a standard dumpster. Rather than wasting money on a big fancy backyard installation, he decided to turn to waste. Or, more specifically, the container that happens to hold waste. Known for his experimental designs such as the [shipping container concert venue](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stefan-beese) he built a couple of years ago, this is not so far-fetched an idea. Residing slightly above ground and outfitted with a [full circulating filtration system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temperature-control-system), the pool by Stefan Beese is filled with salt water. In addition to the cost effectiveness of this pool, it is [easily portable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpot) with the help of a truck if his family decides to move. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Upcycling Waste:** Opportunity to innovate in repurposing waste materials into functional goods. - **Portable Pools:** Opportunity to create affordable and easily movable pools for temporary use. - **Sustainable Design:** Opportunity to integrate sustainability into design projects for long-term environmental benefits. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Construction:** Incentive to incorporate upcycling methods into building materials and techniques for eco-friendly construction. - **Leisure and Recreation:** Opportunity to provide affordable and easily transportable leisure activities such as swimming for temporary events or venues. - **Architecture:** Need to consider sustainability in architectural design by incorporating eco-conscious materials while maintaining functionality and aesthetic appeal. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Customizable Tanning Pools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-tanning-pool.md) - [Accessible Floating Public Pools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-public-pool.md) - [Sneaker-Shaped Swimming Pools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneakerpool.md) - [Urban Portugal Swimming Pools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loop-pool.md) - [Humorous Cocktail-Inspired Pull Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzzballz-pool.md) - [Underwater Pool Window Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hastingssunrise.md) - [Scandinavian-Inspired Floating Daybeds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poolsofa.md) - [Inflatable Cold Plunge Tubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plunge-evolve-series.md) - [Pool Reinvention Campuses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waltham-forest-college.md)