# Self-Designed Levelled Homes S2B Studio Reference the Site's History with the Cooper House By Amy Duong | Published 2024-09-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooper-house References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2024/09/06/s2b-studio-cooper-house-london/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/s2bstudio/)  The [Cooper House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-log-house) is a design by the husband and wife duo at S2B Studio -- they made sure to reference the history of the site that originally belonged to a cooper. A cooper is a craftsman that makes barrels and the Cooper House is a self-designed project by the local practice's founders. The house has a [timber build](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balmoral-hillside-house) that is complemented by natural materials led by wooden finishes. The co-founder of the studio, Joan Lim shares with [Dezeen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbor-house), "The design respects the street's character with a modest side-gable roof, blending seamlessly into the neighbourhood's architectural form. The two-storey wooden structure with a pitched roof and perforated flooring connects the two levels, creating an expansive, airy ambience that celebrates the essence of living." Image Credit: Jay Yang ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 28% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Historical Site Integration:** Leveraging a site's historical significance to enhance modern architectural designs provides a unique blend of past and present. - **Self-designed Homes:** Custom-built projects by homeowners create personalized living spaces that are deeply connected to their creators' vision and needs. - **Natural Material Use:** Incorporating materials like timber and wood ensures an eco-friendly and aesthetically pleasing construction approach. ### Where This Applies - **Residential Architecture:** The demand for bespoke homes that pay homage to historical significance is rising, as seen in unique designs like the Cooper House. - **Sustainable Construction:** Using natural materials like timber in building projects addresses growing environmental concerns and promotes sustainability. - **Home Improvement:** Self-designed homes open new avenues for personalized living solutions, fostering innovation in the home improvement sector. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Timber Courtyard Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cohouse.md) - [Interlocking Timber Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cohouse.md) - [Rural Cork Block Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-and-wood-house.md) - [Weatherized Minimal Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coastal-house.md) - [Woodland Family Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orchard-house.md) - [Elevated Timber-Clad Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victory-bay-house.md) - [Corrugated Metal Barn-Like Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studioac.md) - [Beach Shack-Inspired Wooden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bangalow-road-house.md) - [Coastal Timber Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-guaec-project.md)