The Ana Paula Barros 'Loft Bauhaus' is a glittering glass getaway that takes open concept to a whole new level. The strong linear architecture is balanced by the inclusion of organic materials such as exposed stone, sustainable wood and metal.
While the various living spaces are divided by brick walls and arranged furniture, the residence itself is breezy and unrestricted. The kitchen leads straight into the dining room and the bathroom is integrated into the bedroom, with only the toilet being isolated. The unobstructed layout allows home owners to travel throughout the space as they perform their day-to-day functions.
The crystal clear walls and sliding glass panels creates the feeling of being in the middle of a vast forest. Although privacy is a concern, many home owners are itching to reconnect with nature in the comforts of their living room.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Open-concept Living
- More living spaces and residential buildings will be designed with open-concept layouts.
- Glasitecture
- Innovative use of glass as primary material in architecture is gaining popularity.
- Sustainable Materials in Architecture
- Architects and builders are incorporating more sustainable materials such as exposed stone and wood in their designs.
Where This Applies
- Residential Building and Real Estate
- Builders and real estate agents can capitalize on the demand for open-concept living and incorporate a more sustainable approach to building when creating residential properties.
- Architectural Design and Materials Manufacturing
- Architects and materials manufacturers can collaborate on providing more innovative and sustainable materials such as glass for building designs that are both aesthetic and functional.
- Interior Design and Furniture Manufacturing
- Interior designers and furniture manufacturers can help clients optimize their open concept living space by creating functional and stylish furniture that complements the space while taking sustainability into account.
