# Comfort-Focused House Designs Centura Montréal Highlights a Residential Project in Frelighsburg By Kalin Ned | Published 2025-08-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centura-montral References: [v2com-newswire](https://www.v2com-newswire.com/en/newsroom/categories/product-design/press-kits/1438-01/the-art-of-living-in-frelighsburg-a-meeting-with-a-creative-couple) Centura Montréal presents a residential project in Frelighsburg, Quebec, owned by designers Caroline Sidaros and Alain Desgagné. The space serves as a practical case study for the application of the 'GLOCAL' collection of ceramic tiles. The materials Centura Montréal employed in the making of this residence create a seamless integration of [indoor and outdoor living](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-on-the-lake), complete with a consistent visual language and [minimal upkeep needs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marcela-cure). The tiles are highlighted not merely as a flooring choice but as a fundamental component of the home’s design philosophy. The interior spaces boast large formats for the tiles with a specific textured finish for the pool deck to address safety concerns without compromising the aesthetic. The residence itself is described as a highly functional environment designed for both daily life and frequent entertaining, featuring adaptable spaces like a multi-purpose room and a streamlined kitchen that emphasizes concealed storage and clean lines. The overall ambiance takes inspiration from the understated luxury and meticulous detail orientation of [boutique hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plateau-kyoto-residence). Image Credit: Centura Montréal ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 47% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Seamless Indoor-outdoor Living:** This trend emphasizes the integration of living spaces with the natural environment, driven by materials like ceramic tiles that blur the Line between indoor comfort and outdoor aesthetics. - **Minimal-maintenance Materials:** There is a growing demand for home materials that offer both aesthetic appeal and low upkeep, sparking innovation in the development of products like the GLOCAL collection tiles. - **Functional and Adaptable Home Designs:** Home designs are increasingly focusing on adaptability for multifunctional uses, driving the need for versatile and space-saving design elements in architecture. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Construction and Renovation:** Disruptions in this industry are occurring with the adoption of materials and design strategies that enhance sustainable living while maintaining a modern aesthetic. - **Luxury and Boutique Hospitality:** The attention to detail and understated luxury inspired by boutique hotels is filtering into residential design, sparking innovations in home decor and interior aesthetics. - **Sustainable Materials Manufacturing:** Manufacturers are keen on developing eco-friendly building materials that cater to both environmental concerns and the rising demand for durable, attractive home design elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modernly Chic Residence Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-residence.md) - [Mid-Century Style Montreal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residence-ave-duchastel.md) - [Compact Calming Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-sheltered-space.md) - [Ceramic Retail Flooring Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/royalmounts.md) - [Design-Forward Shared Vacation Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shared-vacation-home.md) - [Thoughtful Lakeside Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lakeside-living.md) - [Forest-Nestled Dynamic Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q88-residence.md) - [Tranquil Courtyard Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanctum-house.md) - [Family-Oriented Apartment Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triplex-fabre.md)