# Whitewashed Checkitecture Assisted Residences by Aires Mateus Create an 8-Bit Building By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-02-07 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/assisted-residences-by-aires-mateus References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2011/02/07/house-for-elderly-people-by-aires-mateus-arquitectos/) & [airesmateus](http://www.airesmateus.com/) Located in Alcacer do Sal, Portugal, the Assisted Residences by Aires Mateus Arquitectos does an exemplary job of housing a diverse program behind such a [regular repetitive facade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bureau-des-mesarchitecture). Conceived as a fluctuating 3D checkered mass, this [pixelated nursing home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/54-social-housing) follows the rolling topography of the site. A [perforated project](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porous-adobe) that bridges the boundaries of structured and organic, the Assisted Residences by Aires Mateus provides a series of indoor-outdoor thresholds for light and escape. Between the open patio roof and the stark bleached interiors, this institution is the embodiment of balance. Photo Credits: [Fernando Guerra](http://www.ultimasreportagens.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Seniors](https://www.trendhunter.com/seniors) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Pixelated Architecture:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies that can develop new materials and methods to create pixelated, 8-bit inspired buildings. - **Perforated Design:** New methods and techniques for combining structured and organic design elements can shape the development of unique architectural projects. - **Indoor-outdoor Interaction:** Advancements in building materials and design can create new opportunities for individuals to experience indoor and outdoor living as one cohesive and harmonious space. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Construction:** The field of architecture and construction can benefit from the development of new building methods and materials that embrace emerging design trends. - **Senior Living:** Senior living facilities can find opportunities in incorporating unique design elements inspired by technology and the modern digital age. - **Interior Design:** The field of interior design can take inspiration from the pixelated design elements seen in the Assisted Residences by Aires Mateus and create unique and innovative spaces for their clients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Clear Glazing Compact Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/check-patterned-house.md) - [Senior Housing Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ellen-browning-building.md) - [Blocky Stone Perimeter Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forte-house.md) - [Slopped-Base Green Tiled Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bak-gordon-arquitectos.md) - [Gridded Screen Apartment Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residential-building-1.md) - [Dynamically Patterned Portuguese Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/087-house.md) - [Personality-Reflecting Brick Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-cantellano.md) - [Housing Block Defensive Facades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bureau-des-mesarchitecture.md) - [Gridded Urban Apartment Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-carboneria.md)