# Falling Flats The Extension by O+A is Structurally Sound and Interesting By Christina Butty | Published 2009-08-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extension-by-oa References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2009/08/28/villa-extension-by-oa/#more-37722) & [oplusa.nl](http://www.oplusa.nl/) When Amsterdam architects O+A were asked to create an extension for a 1970s home in the Netherlands, the result was this interesting piece of architecture. Though surely well done and stable, O+A's extension appears to be falling over. The addition by O+A was completed in the 1990s for a private client. It was built to accommodate a conference room and two-car garage. I wonder what the neighbors think... **Implications** - Architectural designs quickly grow repetitive, and so designs that push the boundaries of what has been done in the past are the ones that gain the most attention. This particular design looks unstable and unusual, and so it become eye-catching and note-worthy in the eyes of consumers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, 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 - **Unstable Architecture:** Architects are creating designs that appear unstable and unusual - **Boundary-pushing Design:** Designs that push the boundaries of what has been done in the past are gaining attention - **Attention-grabbing Structures:** Unusual and eye-catching designs are becoming more popular in architecture ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Architects can explore new and unconventional designs to create structures that are unique and draw attention. - **Real Estate:** Unusual architecture can increase the value of real estate and attract potential buyers. - **Construction:** Incorporating unique and challenging designs in construction projects can lead to new opportunities and growth for the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Curved Vintage Home Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drpa.md) - [Retro Geometric Home Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octagon-house.md) - [Trapezoidal Residential Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reciprocal-house.md) - [Flexible Family Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-simple-addition.md) - [Italian-Informed Loft Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lewisham-loggias.md) - [Sculptural Inverted Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-house-with-an-inverted-roof.md) - [Star-Shaped House Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunniva-rosenberg.md) - [Garden Flat Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terzetto-flat.md) - [Blocky Extended Transformed Bunaglows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osullivan-skoufoglou-architects.md)