# Hobbit Hideaways This Swiss Cluster of Houses Belongs in 'The Lord of the Rings' By Allison Love | Published 2010-08-08 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swiss-cluster-of-houses References: [erdhaus.ch](http://www.erdhaus.ch/main.php?fla=y&lang=&cont=earthhouse) This [eco-friendly Swiss cluster of houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rtiboden-housing) is quite the statement. The houses look like they belong in 'The Lord of the Rings,' what with their mounds of greenery and hidden appearance. The [underground houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-house) are built around a lake and all feature [green rooftops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidden-villa). There are approximately seven houses in the little cluster, all featuring various sizes. The biggest one is a seven-bedroom abode. This Swiss cluster of houses is charming and cute, not to mention great for the environment! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to design unique, environmentally-friendly homes inspired by nature. - **Underground Living:** Opportunity for construction companies to explore sustainable housing options by incorporating environmental design principles. - **Nature-inspired Design:** Opportunity for interior designers to develop sustainable design plans, incorporating natural elements into residential spaces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Industry can embrace environmentally conscious construction designs to reduce carbon footprint and carbon emissions. - **Construction:** Industry can adopt sustainable construction practices by using natural materials and eco-friendly technologies. - **Interior Design:** Industry can incorporate nature-inspired design into residences by utilizing sustainable materials and natural elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [CLT Sunken Hungarian Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clt-house.md) - [Excavated Underground Living Space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hideaway-house.md) - [Cartoonish Tubular Treehouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tubular-treehouse.md) - [Partially Buried Tranquil Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-under-the-ground.md) - [Intimate High-Altitude Cottages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altihut.md) - [Eco-Friendly Miniature Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dufour.md) - [Dynamic Concrete Modern Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shire.md) - [Rural Slope Housing Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rtiboden-housing.md) - [Sustainable Cubic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appels-architekten.md)