# Deconstructed Cube-Shaped Houses L A N D Produces an Abstract Geometric Design for House in Chile By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-02-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubeshaped-house References: [archdaily](https://www.archdaily.com/888298/almost-cube-house-l-a-n-d?ad_content=888298&ad_medium=widget&ad_name=featured_loop_main) The almost cube-shaped house is a projected design -- a "result of an abstract deformation of a parallelepiped volume," containing a [pavilion type plant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miel-pavilion). Architecture studio L A N D built the structure out of pinewood, incorporating a truss system for support and façade aesthetic. Situated in Pichilemu, Chile, the cube-shaped house is constructed with a second skin of wood slat in three of its façades. This is designed to consider the wind factor in the [coastal mountain range](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-the-andes) in Punta de Lobos. With its structurally insulated panels, the first skin serves as a shell for comfort and protection to residents. To optimize landscape and sea scenery, as well as light exposure, L A N D architects have installed beautiful sizable windows as well. Photo Credits: Sergio Pirrone ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Cube-shaped Architecture:** The deconstructed cube shape of the house offers opportunities for innovative and unique architectural designs. - **Sustainable Construction:** The use of pinewood and structurally insulated panels showcases the potential for environmentally friendly building materials and practices. - **Coastal Architecture:** The consideration of wind factors and installation of sizable windows highlights the potential for designing houses that seamlessly integrate with coastal environments. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Architects can explore new possibilities in designing geometric and abstract structures. - **Construction:** Builders can leverage sustainable materials and techniques to create eco-friendly houses. - **Real Estate:** Real estate developers can market and sell coastal properties that embrace the natural landscape and optimize views. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wooden Pavilion Seaside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-circumferences.md) - [Sustainable Cubic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appels-architekten.md) - [Round Glass-Wrapped Lakeside House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-encoique.md) - [Trapezoidal Coastal Beach Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreal-house.md) - [Chilean Hillside Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-three-heights.md) - [Tree-Centered Cubic Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tonalli-house.md) - [Faceted Cedar Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-house-on-a-hill.md) - [Oak Wood-Clad Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palo-quemado.md) - [Geometric Structural Forest Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c-house.md)