# Glowing Transparent Greenhouses 'Less House' in Ho Chi Minh City is a Luminous Structure By Ell Smith | Published 2017-05-31 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-greenhouses References: [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/872113/less-house-ha) & [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/country/vietnam) A [transparent greenhouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expo-cultural-park-greenhouse) has erected in Ho Chi Minh City with a lush and dreamy aesthetic that was inspired by greenery and growth. The greenhouse is see-through, promoting clean breathing in a city that's known for its urban pollution. The [perforated white metal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anchor-house) it is constructed with allows for optimal light to seep through, enriching the vegetation that covers the floor and walls, while also providing an opportunity for onlookers to peek inside. The two-storey greenhouse is currently acting as a concept space and is housing a family of seven. The exterior is reflective of the interior -- minimalist while inspiring serenity and peacefulness. The co-habitation between people and plant life speaks to an environmentally conscious generation that is are combining [compact living with environmental sustainability](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hedge-and-arbour-house) through the use of design and architecture. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Transparent Greenhouses:** Opportunity for sustainable and visually appealing urban agriculture solutions. - **Optimal Light Design:** Potential for innovative building materials that maximize natural light penetration. - **Environmentally Conscious Housing:** Demand for compact living spaces that prioritize eco-friendly features. ### Who This Affects Most - **Urban Agriculture:** Innovative solutions for sustainable food production in urban environments. - **Architecture and Design:** Opportunity for architects and designers to create eco-friendly and visually striking structures. - **Green Building Materials:** Growing market for materials that enhance sustainability and maximize energy efficiency. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Light-Filled City Center Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secret-garden-2.md) - [Climate-Managing Greenhouse Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livable-greenhouse.md) - [Foldable Greenhouse Kitchens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-greenhouse-is-your-kitchen.md) - [Green Garden-Surrounding Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hillside-house-1.md) - [Vaulted Glass Roofed Greenhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-de-vidrio.md) - [Greenhouse-Topped Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-house-1.md) - [Greenhouse Office Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-for-roundtable.md) - [Modern Vietnamese Dwellings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tien-giang-house.md) - [Greenery-Surrounding Lush Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nest-house-1.md)