# Solar Soy Walls The Swiss Pavilion for Shanghai 2010 is Made of Beans and Sun Cells By Rachel | Published 2009-08-05 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shanghai-2010-swiss-pavilion References: [treehugger](http://www.treehugger.com/files/2009/08/swiss-pavilion-made-of-soy.php) & [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/30860/switzerland-pavillion-for-shanghai-expo-2010/) The 2010 Expo in Shanghai is proving itself to be more and more earth-friendly. First with the Canadian pavilion’s green wall, now the Swiss pavilion, which will not only have a [green roof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunner-museum), but soybean and sun cell walls. The Swiss pavilion design looks made from earth. From the roof to the soybean walls which, incredibly enough actually harness [sun energy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-pavilion) which is then used in the building, the design is as eco-friendly as one could ask for. Take a look at the great soybean design. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Eco-friendly Architecture:** Incorporating renewable energy sources like soybean and sun cells in building design to create sustainable structures. - **Green Walls:** Integrating vegetation to architecture to promote biodiversity and provide natural insulation. - **Renewable Energy Integration:** Exploring the use of solar energy and other alternative sources in the construction and operation of buildings. ### Who This Affects Most - **Construction:** Incorporating innovative renewable energy systems in the construction of new buildings. - **Architecture:** Integrating green walls and other nature-based design elements to create eco-friendly structures. - **Renewable Energy:** Developing and providing alternative energy solutions to power sustainable buildings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glowing Sphere Art Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netherlands-pavilion.md) - [Sleek Spiralling Ramp Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/czech-pavilion.md) - [Living Structure-Based Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canada-pavilion.md) - [Serene Waterfront Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lake-house-life-experience-pavilion.md) - [Climate-Sensitive Pavilion Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/querkraft.md) - [Grid-Connected Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-pavilion.md) - [Timber Alpine Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfsufficient-bivouac.md) - [Plant-Based Guesthouse Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rooted-potential.md) - [Pyramid-Roof Glass Greenhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-pavilion.md)