# Energy-Conscious Club Houses The Vipingo Club House in Kenya is Perfect After a Long Day of Golf By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-07-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vipingo-club-house References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/urko-sanchez-vipingo-club-house-kenya-07-14-2014/) & [proyectosrealizados](http://www.proyectosrealizados.com/urkosanchez.com/) For anyone who enjoys a long round of golf, the Vipingo Club House provides a place to kick back and relax after a day on the course. This design was done by Urko Sanchez firm, and is located in Kenya, Africa. The structure uses a similar hue to its surroundings, reflecting the high temperatures of the area with a desert-like coloring. Inside the building uses high ceilings, making certain sections look bigger for visitors. The most forward-thinking part of this design is the photovoltaic panels used, which allows the building to consume less energy and reduce its impact on the environment. Other features include a kitchen and cafe, shopping sections and of course a plethora of areas to sit and relax after golfing on the course for the majority of the day. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/urko-sanchez-vipingo-club-house-kenya-07-14-2014/), [proyectosrealizados](http://www.proyectosrealizados.com/urkosanchez.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Energy-efficient Design:** Opportunity to incorporate photovoltaic panels and other energy-saving features in building design to reduce environmental impact. - **Sustainable Architecture:** Opportunity to design structures that blend with the natural surroundings and reflect the local climate and environment. - **Leisure Facility Design:** Opportunity to create clubhouses and leisure facilities that provide relaxation and comfort to visitors after engaging in physical activities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** Opportunity for architects and designers to incorporate energy-efficient and sustainable features in their projects. - **Renewable Energy:** Opportunity for renewable energy companies to provide photovoltaic panels and other sustainable solutions for buildings. - **Hospitality and Recreation:** Opportunity for hospitality and recreation businesses to enhance their offerings by providing well-designed and energy-conscious facilities for visitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Open-Air Kenyan Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/falcon-house-1.md) - [Architectural Community Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/street-clubhouse.md) - [Golf-Inspired Textural Club Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muni-indoor-golf-club.md) - [Eco-Friendly Luxury Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/land-villas.md) - [Forest Edge Clubhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magarigawa-club-clubhouse.md) - [Recycled Mini Golf Courses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniature-golf-course.md) - [Landscape-Integrated Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-by-the-grove.md) - [Plant-Covered Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-kd45.md) - [Steel Pavilion Sports Clubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mocol-sports-club.md)