# Flower-Shaped Eco Homes Soccer Star Gary Neville's Underground Country Mansion By Marissa Liu | Published 2010-01-29 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underground-country-mansion References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/gary-neville-s-8million-luxury-eco-bunker-reduces-carbon-footprint/) & [ecofriend.org](http://www.ecofriend.org/entry/gary-neville-plans-to-built-a-8m-sustainable-underground-abode/) Gary Neville, a UK soccer star, has extravagant plans to build a $13 million [eco-friendly, underground country mansion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-by-the-grove). Once built the abode, designed by [Make Architects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lambrogio), will have little environmental impact on the surrounding areas. The 8,000-sq-ft luxury underground country mansion will be located in Lancashire, England. It [looks like a petaled flower](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leaf-house-1) with different rooms existing in the ‘petals’ placed around a central kitchen area. Powered by solar panels, a ground source heat pump and a wind turbine, this underground country mansion will also supply its extra energy to power Neville’s neighbouring property and the national grid. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Architecture:** As eco-consciousness becomes more prevalent in society, architects and designers must explore creative ways to build sustainable structures. - **Underground Living:** With concerns about overpopulation and preserving green spaces, the trend of building homes underground offers a unique solution for sustainable living. - **Off-grid Energy:** As alternative energy sources become more accessible and cost-effective, there is an opportunity to build homes that are completely self-sufficient in terms of their energy needs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architects should explore innovative eco-friendly designs that prioritize sustainability and minimal environmental impact. - **Real Estate:** As consumers become more environmentally conscious, there is a growing market for sustainable and off-grid homes that offer a unique living experience. - **Renewable Energy:** The production of clean energy is a critical component of eco-friendly living, making the renewable energy industry an essential partner in the development of sustainable structures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Excavated Underground Living Space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hideaway-house.md) - [Underground Autonomous Shelter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plan-b-1.md) - [Dramatic Doomsday Bunker Images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alastair-philip-wiper.md) - [Plant-Covered Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-kd45.md) - [Circular Garden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-o.md) - [Sustainable Country Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/three-oaks-farm.md) - [Dynamic Modern Football Stadiums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manchester-united-3.md) - [Geometric Cave-Like Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cavelike-homes.md) - [Garden-Nestled Luscious Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidden-villa.md)