# Recycled Bottled Temples Wat Pa Maha Chedio Kaew Temple Houses Over a Million Bottles By Jordan M | Published 2011-02-17 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wat-pa-maha-chedio-kaew-temple References: [visit-chiang-mai-online](http://www.visit-chiang-mai-online.com/beer-bottle-temple.html) & [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/15289/) The Wat Pa Maha Chedio Kaew temple in Bangkok, Thailand is easily one of the most ambitious [bottle recycling projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottle-strip-cutter) in the world. Right down to its toilets, the remarkable temple is literally made entirely from [old glass bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hmm-design). In fact, it is estimated that over 1.5 million recycled bottles exist within the Wat Pa Maha Chedio Kaew temple, and the monks within it are constantly looking to add more. **Implications** - When it comes to building a new space, companies need to look at incorporating [eco-friendly designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaushala). By using recyclable materials such as bottles to create the space, companies will be talked about in various media outlets as it is innovative and eco-chic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Building Materials:** Companies can capitalize on the trend of using recyclable materials such as bottles to create innovative and eco-friendly spaces. - **Sustainable Construction:** The demand for sustainable construction practices is increasing, creating opportunities for companies to develop new methods and technologies. - **Circular Economy:** Embracing the circular economy model, where waste is minimized and resources are efficiently used, can lead to disruptive innovation in various industries. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can explore creative ways to incorporate recyclable materials into their projects, offering eco-friendly solutions to their clients. - **Construction:** The construction industry can adopt sustainable construction practices, creating opportunities for companies specializing in green building technologies and materials. - **Waste Management:** The growing need for efficient waste management solutions presents an opportunity for companies to develop innovative recycling and repurposing techniques. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Green Cosmetics Concept Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innisfree-store.md) - [Plastic Bottle-Made Christmas Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caroline-chaptini.md) - [Recycled Plastic Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-plastic-tiny-home.md) - [Ceramic Waste Carafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sungai-carafe.md) - [Recycled Gin Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-gin-bottle.md) - [Recycled Bar Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bar-installation.md) - [Rammed Earth Community Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chonburi-multipurpose.md) - [Recycled Glass Retail Facades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulgari-shanghai.md) - [Woven Vodka Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/absolut.md)