# Constellation-Clad Condos The Buensalido Architects Townhouse is Playful and Festive By Shiori Mine | Published 2012-08-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buensalido-architects-townhouse References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2012/08/17/townhouse-by-buensalido-architects/) & [buensalidoarchitects](http://www.buensalidoarchitects.com/) The Buensalido Architects Townhouse pays homage to the festive and positive attitude of the Filipino culture using playful architectural details. Designed for a young newlywed couple, the home is bursting in [colorful aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gdr-bungalow). Throughout the home, guests will encounter small [cut-outs of triangles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triangle-house-1) scattered across the walls and ceilings. These geometric silhouettes mimic the vibrant flags strung along the streets during fiestas and festivals. Hidden light fixtures provide a soft glow and add emphasis onto these peculiar cut-outs. The [minimalist and asymmetrical pattern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neville-park) is an eye-catching yet subtle way to add interest to an otherwise sleek modern space. Vibrant, contemporary furnishings have been chosen to maintain a common theme throughout the picturesque condo. Bursting in vivid and spirited attributes, the Buensalido Architects Townhouse is a fun and celebratory nod to the Filipino attitude. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Playful Architectural Details:** Opportunity to incorporate unique and whimsical design elements into architectural projects. - **Minimalist with a Twist:** Opportunity to create visually striking spaces by combining minimalism with asymmetrical patterns and unexpected cut-outs. - **Vibrant Contemporary Furnishings:** Opportunity to use bold and colorful furniture to create a cohesive and lively design aesthetic. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** The architectural industry can explore innovative ways to incorporate playful and festive elements into residential and commercial projects. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can embrace a minimalist approach while adding unexpected and eye-catching design elements. - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Furniture manufacturers can tap into the demand for vibrant and contemporary furnishings that can enhance the overall design aesthetic of spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Constellation-Inspired Apartment Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-vasto.md) - [Playful-Focused Polish Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/znamy-si.md) - [Minimalist Townhouse Renos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/townhouse-vi.md) - [Ultra-Colorful High-Density Residential Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdensity-residential-design.md) - [Lively Transformed Vibrant Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-buondelmonti.md) - [Moroccan-Inspired London Townhouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pl-studio.md) - [Playful Apartment Makeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onda-apartment.md) - [Compact Calming Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-sheltered-space.md) - [Elevated Geometric Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ph8-penthouse.md)