# Eco-Complex Competitions Standard Design's Co-Op Canyon is a Cornucopia of Community By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-06-08 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standard-co-op-canyon References: [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/24598/co-op-canyon-standard-architecture/) & [standard-la](http://www.standard-la.com/) Inspired by the [cliff dwellings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b2a-architects) of the Anasazi Indians, Standard ([LA-based design firm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rustic-canyon)) has designed the Co-Op Canyon for the Re:Vision Dallas competition. The Co-Op Canyon emphasizes (based on Anasazi) our direct relationship to, and the importance of, nature. The structure houses over 1000 residence and collects enough rainwater, solar energy, and agriculture to sustain them all. The competition is to design sustainable structures within a certain area of Dallas in order to make an eco-statement to the rest of the country and the world. The Co-Op Canyon is a [community centered](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrington1503) around a better future with each other and with nature. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 19% | 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's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Architecture:** Opportunities for architects and designers to create eco-friendly buildings that prioritize sustainability and liveability. - **Community-centered Living:** Potential for real estate and property developers to focus on sustainable, community-centered living to meet growing demand. - **Alternative Energy Sources:** Room for innovation and development of alternative sources of energy to power sustainable, self-sufficient communities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can leverage eco-friendly design and community-centered living as a competitive advantage in a growing market for sustainable buildings and real estate. - **Real Estate Development:** Real estate developers can meet increasing demand for sustainable, community-centered living by creating eco-friendly buildings and neighborhoods that prioritize communal living, greenery, and environmental sustainability. - **Renewable Energy:** Opportunities exist for investment and innovation in renewable energy sources that can power sustainable communities and real estate developments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Housing Collective Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-comunidad-habitacional.md) - [Contemporary Rental Housing Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-canopy.md) - [Community-Made Eco Campuses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolves-lane-centre.md) - [Commercial-Transformed Artful Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canyon-1.md) - [Cohesive Co-Operative Housing Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sumu-yakashima.md) - [Alternative Housing Co-Living Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bay-state-cohousing.md) - [Slender Alley Dwelling Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brown-house-1.md) - [Eco-Focused Family Housing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rewild-homes.md) - [Green Roof Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shibanee-kamal.md)