# Flying Saucer Abodes This UFO-Inspired Home is a Replica of the Original Futuro House By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-11-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futuro-house References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2015/11/05/the-futuro-house-has-landed-on-a-london-rooftop/) & [futurohouse](http://www.futurohouse.co.uk/) Craig Barnes has officially unveiled a fully restored and revamped [Futuro House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrocore), which was originally unveiled in 1968. The spherical blue fly saucer-like home is currently residing on a rooftop in London England. The alien-esque home presents a whimsical aesthetic and is filled with [futuristic seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ls24-lounge-system) to provide a more authentic aspect. The bright blue exterior features circular windows, which are framed in a black lining. There is also unique ramp-like entrance. Inside the shuttle, the entire perimeter is lined with white spaceship chairs padded with yellow cushions. After an extensive restoration process, Craig Barnes plans to utilize the refurbished Futuro House as a venue for events. It is currently being used by the [Central Saint Martins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/how-to-grow-a-refrigerator), which is a college for art and design in London. The flying saucer will "host a year long series of events to run alongside 'The Intelligent Optimist' exhibition." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro-futuristic Architecture:** Opportunity for architects and designers to create modern, futuristic homes inspired by past designs. - **Alternative Event Spaces:** Potential for event organizers to utilize unconventional venues like restored, UFO-inspired homes for unique experiences. - **Whimsical Aesthetic:** Demand for whimsical and imaginative design elements in interior and exterior spaces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architects can explore and incorporate retro-futuristic designs into their portfolio, catering to clients seeking unique homes. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can tap into the trend of alternative event spaces, offering clients memorable experiences in unconventional locations. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can meet the demand for whimsical aesthetic by incorporating imaginative elements into residential and commercial spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Martian-Informed Inflatable Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martian-house.md) - [Otherworldly Themed Rocking Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ufo-rocking.md) - [Shaded Modern Outdoor Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ufo-shelter.md) - [Fly Saucer-Shaped Structural Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-never-hut.md) - [Whimsical Futuristic Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yoohome.md) - [Futuristic Capsule House Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-house.md) - [Moon-Bound Architectural Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonhouse-project.md) - [Shapeshifting Outer Space Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acromnia-orbital-hotel.md) - [Mechanical Legged Mobile Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-home-concept.md)