# Monolithic Concrete Homes Luciano Basso Creates a Forested Concrete Home By Kalin Ned | Published 2022-05-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forested-concrete-home References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2022/05/21/luciano-basso-concrete-home-tree-southern-brazil/) & [lucianobasso.br](https://www.lucianobasso.com.br/) A striking, forested concrete home was built by local architect Luciano Basso in southern Brazil. Occupying a site, nearby a mature Paraná pine tree, the structure offers an interesting juxtaposition with the surrounding lush vegetation. While the concrete and straight lines that Luciano Basso prioritized in his design evoke a well-defined [brutalist aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pedro-domingos-arquitectos), the flora and fauna contribute with a softer sensibility. Concrete is also utilized as a material on the inside of the house. The interior, for example, boasts a concrete staircase. Luciano Basso created an open-space concept for the forested concrete home, giving some breathing air in the design. The architect also incorporated sizable, [floor-to-ceiling windows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anchor-house) that are also quite wide. This enabled him to open up the design and maximize views of the outside. Image Credit: Manuel Sá ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Concrete Homes:** Incorporating organic elements like vegetation into the design of concrete homes can lead to a visually striking yet eco-friendly living space. - **Open-concept Homes:** Creating open spaces in concrete homes that emphasize natural lighting and maximize views of the surrounding environment can create a more inviting and liveable atmosphere. - **Innovative Concrete Interiors:** Incorporating concrete into the interior design of homes, such as with a concrete staircase, can create a unique and modern aesthetic while also being durable and low-maintenance. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Residential Construction:** Incorporating sustainable and eco-friendly materials and design elements into residential construction can appeal to environmentally conscious homeowners. - **Architecture and Design:** Exploring creative and innovative design approaches to concrete homes can lead to the development of more visually striking and unique living spaces that are also functional and liveable. - **Home Renovation:** Incorporating concrete into home renovation projects, particularly in open spaces and interior design elements, can help modernize and update living spaces while also increasing durability and reducing maintenance costs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Trapezoidal Concrete Forest Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ksa-studen.md) - [Tranquil Argentinian Forest Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-house-1.md) - [Hillside Concrete Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concrete-house-1.md) - [Concrete Gridded Garden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rua-polnia-house.md) - [Modern Minimal Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copas.md) - [Expansive Roofs Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-house-in-the-farm.md) - [Park-Nestled Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-serra.md) - [Angled Concrete Forest Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/block-wall-house.md) - [Cantilevered Mountain Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brutal-honesty.md)