# Delightful Docked Dwellings The Modern Moored +31Architects 'Watervilla de Omval' By Amelia Roblin | Published 2010-12-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/31architects-watervilla-de-omval References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/watervilla-de-omval-in-the-netherlands-by-31architects/) & [plus31architects](http://www.plus31architects.com/default.asp?menu=project&id=29&n=1) After seeing this interesting architectural piece, I'm definitely considering moving to the harbor into none other than the +31Architects 'Watervilla de Omval.' Close to downtown Amsterdam, this home allows you to have the [water at your doorstep](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lakeside-living) and an absolutely incredible view. Designed within the size restriction of a [maximum three-meter height](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabanon), the +31Architects Watervilla de Omval is surprisingly spacious on the inside. Looking a lot more like a sea-level condo, this [curvy water-inspired houseboat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holocene-house) is my new dream home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Architectural Innovation:** Designing unique and functional structures within size restrictions. - **Waterfront Living:** Creating residential spaces that provide easy access to water and stunning views. - **Compact Luxury:** Creating spacious and luxurious interiors within limited physical space. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Opportunity to develop innovative designs for unconventional living spaces. - **Real Estate:** Market potential for waterfront properties that offer unique living experiences. - **Interior Design:** Demand for creative solutions to maximize space and luxury in compact living environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Floating Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pura-vida-floating-home.md) - [Sleek Compact Floating Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blatto-boat.md) - [Biodiverse Floating Housing Developments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-neighborhood.md) - [Boat Design-Inspired Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/three-mile-harbor.md) - [Sustainable Floating Cork Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-float-1.md) - [Floating River Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-river-cabin.md) - [Water Tower-Transformed Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amsterdamsestraatweg-water-tower.md) - [Recycled Plastic Floating Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mast.md) - [Water-Centric Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/10m.md)