# Whimsical Cliffside Homes This Coastal Property Features a Curved Rooftop Design By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-12-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curved-rooftop References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/en/2015/12/14/unexpected-cliff-house-in-spain/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [gilbartolome](http://www.gilbartolome.com/) GilBartolome Architecture recently designed a whimsical cliffside home that features a curved rooftop design. One of the challenges of building on a [slopping terrain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concrete-house-1) is constructing a roof that will not obscure the homeowner's view. This unusual rooftop design helps to provide an uninterrupted view of the sea below. 'Casa Del Acantilado' is a beautiful cliffside home located in Salobreña, Spain. The home is built into a the edge of a mountain, with the front section facing the Mediterranean sea. In order to work around the difficult terrain, the architects crated a curved rooftop design that surrounds several large glass windows. The unique shape of the room maximizes the seaside view while giving the outside of the home a distinct visual appeal. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 94% | 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Curved Rooftop Design:** Architects are exploring curved rooftop designs to create unique visual appeal and maximize scenic views. - **Uninterrupted View:** Builders are prioritizing designs that offer uninterrupted views to enhance the homeowner's experience. - **Architecture on Sloping Terrain:** Designing homes on sloping terrains presents challenges that architects are addressing through innovative solutions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Architects can leverage curved rooftop designs and innovative solutions for homes built on sloping terrains. - **Real Estate:** Builders can enhance property value by incorporating unconventional designs that offer uninterrupted views. - **Glass Manufacturing:** The demand for large glass windows in curved rooftop designs creates opportunities for glass manufacturers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dramatic Clifftop Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-yuri.md) - [Sculptural Inverted Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-house-with-an-inverted-roof.md) - [Panoramic Terraced Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-95.md) - [Organic Coastal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diachok-architects.md) - [Nature-Inspired Hilltop Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/las-rocas.md) - [Cliffside Minimalist Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aip-azia-villa.md) - [Coastal Holiday Beach Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-ferran.md) - [Boxy Shaped Beach Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roman-izquierdo-bouldstridge.md) - [Coastal Courtyard Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patio-house-residence.md)