# Bookshelf Bug Habitats The To-Bee Project Aims to Bring Honeybees Back to Our Gardens By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-01-15 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tobee References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/51887/) & [acriacao](http://acriacao.com/to-bee-by-lavi-bar/) Many have taken notice of the dwindling numbers of bees in recent years, resulting in the insufficient pollination of plants. To-Bee by Lavi Bar is a clever strategy for bringing them back and encouraging people to treat them more fondly. This curious setup is an inventive and engaging [domestic beekeeping system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airhive) that consists of a chamber for honeycomb production, a [ledge for storing equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qurv) or [fragrant potted flowers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biodiversity-island) and a tunnel the length of the shelf to provide access to the beehive. The insects are drawn to colonizing the space behind the triangular opening at the fixture's edge so they won't likely be looking to your roof overhang for a new home. The To-Bee apiary is a charming idea with a smart execution that would certainly makes humans and those buzzing bugs friends again. It would also supply you with fresh honey. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Domestic Beekeeping Systems:** The To-Bee Project showcases an inventive domestic beekeeping system that aims to bring honeybees back to gardens and encourage their conservation. - **Sustainable Pollination Solutions:** The To-Bee Project addresses the issue of insufficient pollination by offering a clever strategy for attracting and nurturing honeybees in domestic environments. - **Engaging Eco-friendly Designs:** The To-Bee Project exemplifies the trend of creating engaging and aesthetically pleasing designs that promote environmental preservation and biodiversity. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Agriculture:** The To-Bee Project presents an opportunity for agriculture professionals to explore innovative beekeeping techniques to boost pollination and crop yields. - **Home and Garden:** The To-Bee Project offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for the home and garden industry, allowing homeowners to participate in beekeeping and contribute to honeybee conservation. - **Sustainable Products:** The To-Bee Project aligns with the sustainable products industry by providing a solution for sustainable honey production and encouraging biodiversity in urban areas. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bee-Watching Wooden Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shannan-beehive-observation-cabin.md) - [Adorable Bee-Inspired Candlesticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beeinspired-candlesticks.md) - [Bee-Friendly Bricks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bee-bricks.md) - [Honeycomb-Inspired Terracotta Walls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beehive-system.md) - [Living Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treevive.md) - [Smart Nature Observatories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-nature-observatory.md) - [Modular Wildlife Habitats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonder-blocks.md) - [Science-Backed Wooden Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seed-stories.md) - [Handle-Equipped Planter Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-plant-shelf.md)