# Steel Column Abodes The Corten House's Steel Material Informs Its Design By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-11-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corten-house References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/tag/corten-steel/) & [dmoa.be](http://www.dmoa.be/) DMOA Architecten designed the '[Corten House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-stanza-che-non-c),' a residence located in a suburban area of Antwerp, Belgium, with [oxidized steel lamellae](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/river-hills-residence). The material choice influenced the home's design. The steel was first welded onto [perforated metal sheets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catskill-house), then installed vertically as a series of tall posts around the facade, creating a protective screen around the house. The posts extend away from the house, giving it a dynamic, three dimensional appearance. Architect Matthias Mattelaer explains that the material had to be "whole" without being closed off. He says, "It had to be a hybrid material [that] let light in, g[ave] views to the outside world [and] mark[ed] a boundary." The posts extend across the windows on the upper levels of the home, providing privacy and sun protection. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Oxidized Steel Lamellae:** The use of oxidized steel lamellae in architectural design presents an opportunity for innovative and visually striking building facades. - **Perforated Metal Sheets:** The application of perforated metal sheets in construction allows for creative and functional design elements, such as protective screens and privacy solutions. - **Hybrid Materials in Architecture:** The use of hybrid materials that combine different properties, such as allowing light in while marking boundaries, opens up possibilities for unique and adaptable building designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can explore the use of oxidized steel lamellae and perforated metal sheets to create visually stunning and functional structures. - **Construction:** The construction industry can leverage the use of hybrid materials in architecture to innovate and offer buildings with multifaceted functionality and aesthetic appeal. - **Metal Fabrication:** The metal fabrication industry can find opportunities in the demand for customized oxidized steel lamellae and perforated metal sheets for architectural applications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Steel-Wrapped Contemporary Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bully-hill-house.md) - [Corten Steel Unconventional Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-stanza-che-non-c.md) - [Steel Facade-Wrapped Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bomun-house.md) - [Corten Steel Home Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rusty-house.md) - [Minimal Mountain Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caju-house.md) - [Exposed Concrete Steelwork Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamat-house.md) - [Recycling-Centric Waterfront Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shor-house.md) - [Gridded Steel Framed Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-xo.md) - [Corrugated Metal Barn-Like Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studioac.md)