# Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Homes d+k House References Architects Like Wright and Van Der Rohe By Joey Haar | Published 2017-06-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dk-house References: [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/873104/d-plus-k-house-buck-and-simple) & [buckandsimple](http://buckandsimple.com/portfolio/house-morris/) The [mid-century modernists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highland-park-residence), chief among them Frank Lloyd Wright and Mies van der Rohe, had a tremendous influence on the shape of architecture for decades to come, and d+k House is a testament to their time-spanning reach. The contemporary home in Mona Vale, a town in New South Wales, Australia, is explicitly indebted to the movement, with a [bungalow layout](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-anglesea) and sharp lines that reference works like Wright's Falling Water and van der Rohe's [Barcelona Pavilion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jal). To be sure, d+k House carries its own aesthetic as well. The home is indeed low slung in order to symbolically align it with nature, but it has a rooftop patio that gives the residents beautiful views of the surrounding tropical foliage and beachfront landscape as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Mid-century Modern Architecture:** Opportunity for architects and designers to incorporate the clean lines and functional design of mid-century modern architecture into contemporary homes. - **Nature-inspired Design:** Potential for incorporating natural elements and rooftop spaces that connect residents with the surrounding environment. - **Architectural Homages:** Opportunity for architects to pay tribute to influential architects like Frank Lloyd Wright and Mies van der Rohe through design references in contemporary homes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architects can leverage mid-century modern design elements to create innovative and timeless residential and commercial spaces. - **Design:** Interior designers can capitalize on the nature-inspired design trend by incorporating natural materials, colors, and textures into their projects. - **Real Estate Development:** Real estate developers can attract buyers and tenants by offering contemporary homes that pay homage to iconic architectural styles, enhancing the appeal and uniqueness of their properties. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mid-Century Style Montreal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residence-ave-duchastel.md) - [Organic Lake Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usonianinspired-lake-house.md) - [Paired-Back Modernist Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modernist-interior.md) - [Mid-Century Modern Historical Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lark-house.md) - [Unique American-Designed Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ray-kappe.md) - [Architect-Inspired House Plans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usonian-philosphy.md) - [Architect-Honoring Home Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lindal-imagine-series.md) - [Modern Dark Tonal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/texas-residence.md) - [External Walkway Pavilion-Style Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mango-lane-house.md)