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Massive Circular Windows

The Cirqua Apartments Feature Porthole-Like Windows

— August 15, 2017 — Art & Design
Melbourne is a sunny city, and the Cirqua Apartments residences take advantage of that natural characteristic with more than just standard windows. In order to bathe the apartment units in sunlight, BKK Architects, the studio behind the apartments, designed each unit with a massive circular window reminiscent of a porthole on a ship.

Another of Melbourne's notable features is that the Australian city's coastline curves around a bay, giving residents from all over excellent views of the surrounding Pacific Ocean. Inspired by that seafaring spirit, BKK chose to go for a nautical look when designing Cirqua Apartments, making it feel as though each resident is the captain of their own ocean vessel (a notion aided by the segmented, cubic volumes for each unit.)
Trend Themes
1. Circular Windows - Opportunity to incorporate circular windows in architectural designs, providing unique aesthetics and maximizing sunlight exposure.
2. Nautical-inspired Design - Potential to create residential and commercial spaces with a seafaring theme, enhancing the ambiance and experience for occupants.
3. Segmented Cubic Volumes - Innovative approach to design apartments with segmented cubic volumes, allowing for creative use of space and visual interest.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Design - Architects and designers can explore the use of circular windows and a nautical-inspired theme, offering fresh and captivating concepts for residential and commercial projects.
2. Real Estate and Property Development - Real estate developers can consider incorporating circular windows and a nautical theme in their projects to attract potential buyers or tenants seeking unique and visually appealing spaces.
3. Furniture and Interior Decor - Furniture manufacturers and interior decorators can tap into the segmented cubic volumes trend, offering custom-designed furniture and decor solutions that optimize space utilization in modern apartments.
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