# Cylindrical Solar Homes The Silo House by Cornell University Students is Energy-Efficient By Annie Ho | Published 2010-08-12 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silo-house References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2010/08/10/the-silo-house-by-cornell-university-students/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:) & [cusd.cornell.edu](http://www.cusd.cornell.edu/) The ‘[Silo House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steel-louise)’ was a home designed by the students at [Cornell University](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nitrogendriven-recovery-boost) for the ‘[Solar Decathlon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-wanda)’ contest. The goal was to build a house that is attractive in design, modern and most importantly, solar-powered. The home is cylindrical in shape, which makes it stand out all the more. Like a regular family home, it too has a kitchen, family room and a few bedrooms. The main feature of the Silo House is the roof, which is made out of solar-powered panels. For more information about this unique home, visit the source links provided. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 65% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Solar-powered Homes:** Opportunities for startups to create affordable solar-powered housing solutions. - **Circular Architecture:** Potential for architects and builders to embrace round-shaped designs for eco-friendly homes and structures. - **Energy-efficient Designs:** Innovative approaches are needed in creating energy-efficient homes that not only conserve energy but also simplify maintenance and reduce costs. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Circular designs could become the next big thing in eco-friendly architecture, providing a great opportunity for architects to adapt their skills. - **Renewable Energy:** The push for more affordable and efficient solar panels opens the door for more investment in renewable energy. - **Homebuilding:** Builders have the opportunity to incorporate innovative designs and green energy solutions into their projects, offering a more sustainable option that is also affordable. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Curved Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curved-house1.md) - [Solar Powered Compact Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e55000.md) - [Castle-Inspired Cylindrical Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-del-tec.md) - [Solar-Powered Mexico Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-girasol.md) - [Sustainable Solar-Powered Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-wanda.md) - [Doughnut-Shaped Elevated Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sinfornia-verde.md) - [Off-Grid Solar Panel Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/florian-busch-architects.md) - [Sustainable Off-Grid Minimal Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fremont-house.md) - [Origami-Style Shelled Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copper-bottom.md)