# Minimalist Celebration Documentaries CRESTA Takes Pride in How Less is More By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-03-26 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cresta References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2014/03/25/cresta-documentary-by-jeff-durkin/) & [vimeo](http://vimeo.com/88696809) CRESTA is a new documentary on architecture shot by Jeff Durkin. He interviews architect Jonathan Segals to discuss where structures are headed in the future, and the relationship between a building and nature. Minimalism is a big component of Jeff Durkin's work, as he enjoys stripping down a piece of architecture to its bare bones, and looking at it for what it really is. Lately he's been using a concrete material that fools onlookers into thinking it's wood. From a distance, it's easy to understand how one would think this, as the design has the same kind of texture. Overall, however, Durkin's main message in CRESTA is how minimalism can provide a great balance between urban living and making the most of nature. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Viral](https://www.trendhunter.com/viral) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Minimalist Architecture:** The trend towards minimalist architecture creates opportunities for architects and developers to design and build structures that prioritize simplicity and functionality. - **Nature-inspired Design:** The trend of incorporating nature-inspired elements in architectural design opens up opportunities for architects to create sustainable and visually appealing structures that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. - **Materials Innovation:** The trend of using innovative materials, such as concrete that mimics the appearance of wood, presents opportunities for designers and manufacturers to develop sustainable and cost-effective alternatives to traditional building materials. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can leverage the trend towards minimalist design and nature-inspired elements to create innovative and sustainable structures that resonate with environmentally-conscious clients. - **Construction:** The construction industry can embrace the trend of using innovative materials to enhance the efficiency and durability of buildings, while reducing environmental impact. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can incorporate the principles of minimalism and nature-inspired design to create serene and functional spaces that promote well-being and productivity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lofty Minimalist Living Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-living-space1.md) - [Performance-Driven Minimalist Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-tile.md) - [Minimal Mountain Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caju-house.md) - [Log Cabin-Inspired Minimal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restua.md) - [Nature-Rooted Family Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haus-am-lagnesberg.md) - [Minimal Philosophy Toronto Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-hill-residence.md) - [Cantilevered Mountain Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brutal-honesty.md) - [Compact Urban Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stealth-house.md) - [Paired-Back Modernist Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modernist-interior.md)