# Meditative Treehouses The Quiet Treehouse Promotes the Health Benefits of Noise Reduction By Ell Smith | Published 2017-07-27 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quiet-tree-house References: [acoustiblok](http://www.acoustiblok.co.uk/quiet-marks-quiet-treehouse-donated-to-kew-gardens-as-reported-by-the-chiswick-herald/) & [quietmark](https://www.quietmark.com/) Visitors to the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew are welcomed to experience the many health benefits of noise reduction at The Quiet Treehouse. It is hard to experience genuine peace and quiet when there's nearly always a smart device within arm's reach to distract us. After observing that silence is a privilege few can indulge in, the designer erected this treehouse where visitors can escape the noise pollution that engulfs one's daily life. The whimsical sound-proof structure is a peaceful oasis that highlights the value of silence. Using the latest in sound acoustics and architectural design, the structure aims to encourage a generation that acts in harmony with nature. The structure is an example of one of many meditative rooms that have been dominating the design world this past year. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Meditative Rooms:** Designers are creating spaces that promote relaxation and mindfulness, providing opportunities for architects to incorporate elements such as sound acoustics and natural materials. - **Noise Reduction:** The value of silence and the need for noise reduction is becoming increasingly important, prompting innovations in soundproofing technologies and architectural design. - **Nature-based Escapes:** Treehouses and other nature-inspired structures are gaining popularity as places to disconnect from everyday noise and reconnect with nature, presenting opportunities for eco-friendly designs and sustainable materials. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Architects can incorporate sound acoustics and sustainable materials into their designs to create meditative spaces that promote relaxation and mindfulness. - **Wellness:** The growing emphasis on silence and noise reduction presents opportunities for wellness businesses to create products and services that cater to individuals looking for moments of calm and tranquility. - **Tourism:** Treehouses and nature-inspired escapes have become popular tourist attractions, offering opportunities for businesses in the tourism industry to create unique experiences centered around relaxation and nature. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sound-Blocking Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/room-phone-booth.md) - [Interactive Quiet-Locating Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quiet-places-finder.md) - [Minimalist Private Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarlux-soundproof-space.md) - [Contemporary Conservationist Treehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sylvascope-treehouse.md) - [Mindful Meditative Soundscape Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-heirloom.md) - [Sound-Celebrating Listening Rooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usm-modular-furniture.md) - [Smartphone Addiction Meditation Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-detox-device.md) - [Tranquil Contemporary Cabin Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyatta.md) - [Natural Sound-Amplifying Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amplification-of-the-senses-chair.md)