# Minimal Ocean-Overlooking Villas Dagmar Štěpánová Designs the Achioté Villas for Formafatal By Amy Duong | Published 2023-02-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/achiot-villas References: [design-milk](https://design-milk.com/two-levitating-rammed-earth-villas-in-a-costa-rican-jungle/) & [redirect.viglink](https://redirect.viglink.com/?format=go&jsonp=vglnk_167699350983511&key=6ab1d62aaf9dbafae96546ba3ca1b2ac&libId=lee982di0100x1tt000DLip6um6de&loc=https%3A%2F%2Fdesign-milk.com%2Ftwo-levitating-rammed-earth-villas-in-a-costa-rican-jungle%2F&gdprConsent=CPgyVIAPnOUUAADABBENC3CsAP_AAH_AAAAAIBoF5C5URSFD4GJsIJIUIAEXwFAAAGAgDgQBA4AASBCAMAwEkAAAEAAAIAAAAAAAIAIAAAAACAkAAAAAQIAAIQAAAAQAIAAAIAAAAAAAEAAAAAgAAoAAEAAAAAAAAAAAgAAAAAIAQAAAAAAAAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAQAAAQAAAAIHyIF5C5URSFDYGBsIJIUIAEXQFAAAGAgDgABAwAACBCAMAwAkAAAAAAAIAAAAAAAIAIAAAAAAAkAAAAAQIAAIQAAAAQAIAAAIAAAAAAAEAAAAAgAAoAAEAAAAAAAAAAAgAAAAAIAQAAAAAAAAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAQAAAQAAA.YAAAAAAAA4AA&gdprApplies=true&v=1&out=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.achioteproject.com%2F&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fdesign-milk.com%2F&title=Two%20Levitating%2C%20Rammed%20Earth%20Villas%20in%20a%20Costa%20Rican%20Jungle&txt=%3Cstrong%3EAchiot%C3%A9%3C%2Fstrong%3E)  Dagmar Štěpánová from [Formafatal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/achiot) completes the new Achioté villas that are located in Costa Rica. The set of villas is along Playa Hermosa and it boasts a unique look appearing as if it is [floating over an overgrown cliff](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-yuri) by the Pacific Ocean. The homes are surrounded by a [jungle-like setting with lush green](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-living) throughout to also create a sense of privacy as well. Due to the location, it is inspired by a juxtaposing design language as the Jaspis Villa is the brighter villa with a 'yin energy' that connects to the sky and ocean -- this is highlighted by bright tones of sand as the main hue. In contrast, the Nefrit villa is darker and reflects the yang energy that is connected to the ground and has a red-terracotta color. Image Credit: Formafatal ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Architecture:** The use of sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems in architecture can reduce environmental impact and cut costs. - **Luxury Eco-tourism:** Combining luxury amenities with sustainable practices can attract travelers seeking eco-friendly experiences. - **Minimalist Design:** A focus on minimalism and simplicity can create an elegant and sophisticated aesthetic in architectural design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Real Estate:** The use of sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems in real estate development can appeal to environmentally-conscious buyers and renters. - **Hospitality:** Luxury eco-tourism offers a unique opportunity for hotels and resorts to differentiate themselves and appeal to a growing market of eco-conscious travelers. - **Architecture:** A focus on minimalist design can lead to innovative and elegant architectural solutions that set new standards in the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Frameless Glass Twin Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/achiot.md) - [Cliffside Minimalist Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aip-azia-villa.md) - [Beach-Overlooking Picturesque Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-a.md) - [Organic Coastal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diachok-architects.md) - [Coastal Terraced Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-bo.md) - [Panoramic Terraced Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-95.md) - [Nature-Immersive Tranquil Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treehouse-villas.md) - [Off-Grid Oceanside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campos-studio.md) - [Layered Hillside Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-villa-bo.md)