# Oceanic-Inspired Mansions The Exterior of This Arizona Mansion Resembles a Sea Creature By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-12-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arizona-mansion References: [dornob](http://dornob.com/mountain-hugging-house-designed-to-wrap-around-a-hilltop/) & [tsontakisarchitecture](http://www.tsontakisarchitecture.com/index.php) Architect Nick Tsontakis was not inspired by a creature of the sea when he designed this Arizona mansion. He explains, “The overall form of the home is reminiscent of a manta ray – even though this was not intentional -- and from the air the structure looks like it’s swimming on top of the mountain." His intention was, however, to build a home that would be memorable in its design yet entirely livable at the same time. Whether intentional or not, the wrap-around Manta Ray silhouette provides the residents of the home with amazing, unobstructed views of the [surrounding nature](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zen-house-1) from the top of the mountain. Inside, the home is the [picture of luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-living), offering six bedrooms, eight bathrooms and a garage that comfortably fits ten. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Oceanic-inspired Architecture:** Architects can take inspiration from the natural world to create unique and memorable homes. - **Blending Design and Functionality:** The combination of striking architecture and livable design can maximize the potential of a property. - **Maximizing Views:** Innovative architecture can create unobstructed views that enhance the enjoyment of the surrounding nature. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Real Estate:** In the market for high-end properties, unique and impressive architecture can increase property value and desirability. - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can explore creative inspiration from the natural world to offer distinct and unparalleled design options for their clients. - **Property Development:** Developers can take into account innovative architecture and design to maximize the potential of a property by creating a unique selling point to differentiate them from competitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dramatic Clifftop Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-yuri.md) - [Fiji Ocean-Front Estate Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reef-house.md) - [Fish Tank-Inspired Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nao-iwanari.md) - [Off-Grid Oceanside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campos-studio.md) - [Fish Lifestyle-Inspired Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-gills.md) - [Rustic Ruin-Inspired Aquariums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sea-of-cortez-research-center.md) - [Beach-Overlooking Picturesque Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-a.md) - [Mountaintop Cantilevered Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levitae-house.md) - [Water-Centric Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/10m.md)