# Tropical Concrete Resorts The Hix Island House's Minimalistic Design Contrasts the Lush Setting By M | Published 2016-04-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concrete-resort References: [thecreatorsproject.vice](http://thecreatorsproject.vice.com/blog/eco-friendly-minimalist-hotel-puerto-rico) & [hixislandhouse](http://hixislandhouse.com/) The Hix Island House is a [concrete resort](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anchor-house) located in Puerto Rico that features a minimalistic and simple architectural layout that beautifully contrasts the vivid and [lush surroundings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bi-design-house) of the topical oasis. The resort offers 19 different loft spaces inside the angular unit that is stacked high enough to sit above the forest line so guests can have an unparalleled view of the surroundings. The abode is located in the midst of [gardens and jungle foliage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/el-pastizal) to offer a luxurious place to get away. While the architecture of the space is simple and sleek, the rooms are not without their luxury offering windows without glass, large balconies, outdoor showers and modern furniture. The conservative home focuses on interior design, shape and the landscape more so than an extravagant exterior. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Minimalistic Architecture:** Explore innovative ways to incorporate minimalist design principles into architectural projects. - **Nature-integrated Design:** Discover opportunities to create immersive and sustainable resorts by seamlessly integrating natural environments into architectural concepts. - **Luxury in Simplicity:** Explore how simplicity can be a key element in creating luxurious and elegant experiences for guests in the hospitality industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Embrace the trend of minimalistic architecture in designing future residential and commercial spaces. - **Hospitality:** Explore opportunities to create nature-inspired luxury resorts that provide guests with a unique and immersive experience. - **Interior Design:** Apply minimalistic and nature-integrated design principles to create visually stunning and environmentally conscious interior spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Minimal Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copas.md) - [Brutalist Jungle Sanctuaries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-dessarzin-jungle-sanctuary.md) - [Cliffside Minimalist Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aip-azia-villa.md) - [Minimal Wooden Lush Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boca-de-agua.md) - [Coastal Island Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pasparakisfriel.md) - [Textured Concrete Tiered Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shift-house.md) - [Tropical House Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-brisana.md) - [Dynamic Mexican Suite Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paradero.md) - [Hilltop Modern Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cloud-house.md)