# WWII Bunker Abodes The Dakar Sow House Has an Expansive Atlantic Ocean View By Emily Evans | Published 2011-08-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dakar-sow-house References: [freshome](http://freshome.com/2011/07/28/dakar-sow-house-overlooking-the-atlantic-ocean/) & [saota](http://www.saota.com/) A look at some of these images of the Dakar Sow House already impressed me, and then to find out it was built atop an [old World War II bunker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buitenplaats-koningsweg) was the icing on the cake. This abode created by SAOTA Architects has an expansive view of the Atlantic Ocean and could easily catch the eye of some of the world's most prominent architects. The Dakar Sow House was freshly constructed this year and rests on the [edge of a cliff](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aip-azia-villa) in Dakar, Senegal. At an astonishing 1,402 square meters this abode represents the perfect living quarters for a lavish family; complete with [panoramic views](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-a), gaming room, study quarters, and pooltop terrace, the Darak Sow House is a dream destination. **Implications** - While lavish living may appeal to bachelors and young people, companies need to be considerate that older demographics -- including families -- also appreciate the opportunity to indulge in luxe living. Companies who create luxurious, yet family-friendly products will seek growth from this undiscovered target market. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 91% | 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) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **WWII Bunker Abodes:** Repurposing historical sites for modern architecture and design. - **Luxe Living for Families:** The intersection of opulence and family-friendly living to tap into a new target market. - **Expansive Ocean Views:** Incorporating open and panoramic views in modern architecture design. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** Opportunities in repurposing historical sites and creating luxurious, family-friendly homes. - **Real Estate:** Demand for luxury homes with panoramic views and family-friendly features. - **Hospitality:** Integrating opulent, family-friendly spaces in hospitality locations such as resorts and hotels. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bunker-Converted Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corstorphine-wright.md) - [Dramatic Doomsday Bunker Images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alastair-philip-wiper.md) - [Scattered Boulder-Inspired Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockbound.md) - [Thick-Walled Coastal Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hytte-riverview.md) - [Family Life-Focused Modern Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacific-house.md) - [Warm Wooden Interior Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dune-house-1.md) - [Cedar-Clad L-Shaped Beach Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ospreys-landing.md) - [Forest Sanctuary Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sadowski-house.md) - [Off-Grid Oceanside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campos-studio.md)