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# Multi-Purpose Outdoor Homes
Broadhurst Architects Inc.'s 'The Crib' is Versatile

By Jordy E | Published 2012-06-13 | Eco
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-crib
References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/wanted/3/) & [thecrib.info](http://www.thecrib.info/)

Broadhurst Architect Inc.'s 'The Crib' brandishes a multi-functional take on housing. In addition to being eco-friendly, the company also boasts the framework's ability to be used as a cabin, office space, studio or guest house, dependent upon how one interprets the structure.

This outdoor home comes to buyers [pre-made](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefab-house-changeover) and is put together in its entirety once on site. Those interested in The Crib may also choose from three different sizes with a 315 square foot model, a 640 square foot model and an extravagant model with a 140 square foot deck, a garage door and a loft space. And while these additions are considerable, The Crib still maintains its [minimalist take on construction](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-housing-prototype) with its relatively small size and diminutive ecological footprint.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.8/10
- Popularity: 100% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture)

## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Multi-purpose Outdoor Homes:** The trend towards versatile outdoor housing presents an opportunity for companies to disrupt the traditional housing market with sustainable and modular solutions.
- **Eco-friendly Construction:** Increased demand for environmentally conscious home building provides opportunities for innovation in construction materials, energy efficiency, and waste reduction.
- **Modular Living Spaces:** The popularity of pre-made and customizable homes represents an opportunity for companies to disrupt traditional real estate by providing cost-effective and easily transportable living options.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Construction and Design:** Innovation in building and design to create sustainable, adaptable homes that respond to changing needs.
- **Real Estate:** The trend towards multi-use and customizable outdoor homes creates opportunity for companies to enter the real estate market with pre-made and modular dwelling solutions.
- **Sustainable Architecture:** There is growing demand for sustainable and low-impact dwellings, presenting opportunities for architects and developers to create innovative housing solutions using eco-friendly materials and designs.

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