# Brilliant Stone Bungalows This Cozy Retreat Features a Surprisingly Modern Design By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-11-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cozy-retreat References: [freshome](http://freshome.com/stone-glass-wood-house/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [qarta.cz](http://www.qarta.cz/en/) 'Qarta Architecture' designed a cozy retreat that boasts a surprisingly modern design. In the Czech countryside, most homes feature traditional designs that reflect the rural environment. Unlike other farm houses, this cottage offers modern comforts. 'House Tabasek' is a cozy retreat nestled in the Czech Republic's Beskid Mountains. The homes features a surprisingly modern design that stands out in the rural setting. The building itself features a unique combination of materials that are not usually found in the countryside. The home features chic wood paneling flanked by sturdy stone walls. Large glass windows are interspersed throughout the home to maximize the view of the mountains. Despite the fact that the home is over 4,000 square feet, the entire structure is one one story high. The unusual country home demonstrates how architects can bring modern comforts to rural environments. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Modern Rural Designs:** Opportunity for architects to bring modern comforts to rural environments. - **Integration of Natural Materials:** Potential to combine traditional and modern materials in architectural design. - **Maximizing Natural Views:** Opportunity to incorporate large windows to enhance the view of surroundings. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Architects can explore innovative designs that blend modern comforts with traditional rural environments. - **Home Construction:** Builders can experiment with a variety of materials to create unique and modern homes in rural areas. - **Eco-tourism:** Eco-friendly resorts and retreats can capitalize on the demand for modern and sustainable accommodations in natural settings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cozy Gaden Cabin Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-pavilion.md) - [Revived Stone Sheds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microhome-renovation.md) - [Contemporary Wooden Blue Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-cabin.md) - [Tranquil Nature-Centric Cabin Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nortehaus.md) - [Chic Curved Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curved-house1.md) - [Modern Holiday Mountain Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krasnyk-house.md) - [Reisdential Cottage Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/borova-lada-cottage.md) - [Contemporary Countryside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-countryside-home.md) - [Forest Cottage Renewals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/borov-lada-cottage.md)