# Green Wall Abodes This Living Structure by Samyn and Partners is Literally Covered in Plant Life By Jordan M | Published 2011-02-25 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samyn-and-partners References: [samynandpartners.be](http://www.samynandpartners.be/) Here at Trend Hunter, we've covered a ton of [green buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shibanee-kamal), but this incredible structure by Samyn and Partners takes that concept quite a bit more literally. The building is covered in a dense envelope of plant life selected by [vertical green wall](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vert-installation) artist Patrick Blanc. By covering the building in a [living wall](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canada-pavilion) instead of a mere facade of ivy or brick, Samyn and Partners have managed to create a structure that contributes to the environmental health of its surroundings while also providing a comfortable work and living space for its occupants. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Living-structure Architecture:** The trend of integrating plants and greenery into the design and structure of buildings opens up opportunities for creating sustainable and healthy living spaces. - **Vertical Green Walls:** The trend of using vertical green walls as a design element in buildings presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the field of urban greening and sustainable architecture. - **Environmental-friendly Facades:** The trend of replacing traditional facades with living walls or sustainable materials allows for the development of buildings that contribute positively to the environment. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can explore the use of living-structure designs, such as buildings covered in green walls, to create environmentally responsible and visually appealing structures. - **Green Building:** In the field of green building, vertical green walls offer opportunities to enhance sustainability and well-being in urban environments. - **Urban Planning:** The trend of incorporating green walls in buildings presents opportunities for urban planners to integrate nature and design, creating healthier and more sustainable cities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Filled Latticed Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touching-eden-house.md) - [Greenery-Filled Skyscraper Terrarium](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terrarium-cheongdam.md) - [Plant-Covered Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-kd45.md) - [Forest Tower Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderwoods-vertical-forest.md) - [Plant-Covered Facade Factories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollimarchini.md) - [Living Landscape Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hedge-and-arbour-house.md) - [Skylit Belgian Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/he-winter-garden.md) - [Draped Plant-Design Shopping Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calwer-passage.md) - [Planted Balcony Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-greens.md)