# Carved-Out Cave Homes The Sleeper Family Sandstone Cave Home is Natural Comfort By Allison Love | Published 2010-05-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleeper-family-sandstone-cave-home References: [bookofjoe](http://www.bookofjoe.com/2010/05/cave-home-.html) & [nytimes](http://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2010/03/21/realestate/keymagazine/20100321-reuse-slideshow_9.html) The Sleeper Family Sandstone Cave Home is one-of-a-kind. The family decided to move from their home in Missouri when they saw three acres of land plus a sandstone cave up for sale on [eBay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/willy-chavarria1). The Sleeper family had intentions to build on the land--until they saw the cave and decided to use the natural space as a base for their home. The result? A cave house. How cool would it be to tell your friends you live in a cave house? Except for the sand that would fall on you when you sleep, I think this is a pretty smart and economic use of land. The Sleeper Family Sandstone Cave Home is eccentrically cool. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cave Homes:** Opportunity for architects and home builders to explore the innovative concept of building homes within natural cave formations. - **Eco-friendly Housing:** Potential for sustainable and energy-efficient housing solutions by utilizing existing natural structures like sandstone caves. - **Unique Living Spaces:** Growing demand for unconventional and unique living arrangements, such as cave homes, to cater to those seeking distinctive residential experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Architects can offer specialized designs for cave homes, incorporating natural elements while ensuring safety and comfort. - **Real Estate:** Real estate developers can explore the market for unconventional properties, including cave homes, as a unique selling point for potential buyers. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts could capitalize on the trend by transforming existing cave structures into boutique accommodations, offering guests a truly unique and memorable stay. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Geometric Cave-Like Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cavelike-homes.md) - [Excavated Underground Living Space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hideaway-house.md) - [Cave-Like Folded Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-house.md) - [Cliffside-Attached Rental Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cliff-dweller-cabin.md) - [Lofty Minimalist Living Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-living-space1.md) - [Cave-Like Retail Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cavelike-interior.md) - [Underground Autonomous Shelter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plan-b-1.md) - [Partially Buried Tranquil Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-under-the-ground.md) - [Cave-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cave-bureau.md)