# Refined Geometric Modern Houses Martins Lucena Arquitetos Take Cues from Contemporary Design By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-11-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geometric-modern-house References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/11/if-house-martins-lucena-arquitetos-brazil) & [martinslucena](https://www.martinslucena.com/) The 'IF' is a geometric modern house, located near Ponta Negra, Brazil. Owned by a couple with two children, Martins Lucena Arquitetos was commissioned to create an agreeable contemporary residence that would be suitable for the familial dynamic. For the dwelling, the firm focused on exceptional elegance, mixed material use, and a refined aesthetic. The geometric modern house boasts a heavy presence of rectangular construction both through its construction and its interior design. Martins Lucena Arquitetos utilizes a [restricted color palette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silver-house) but more than compensates with its juxtaposition of textures. Throughout the house, the firm brought together [concrete, wood, marble](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pedro-domingos-arquitectos) and more to create an active dynamic between rawness and smoothness. The plan of the geometric modern house includes a communal area, bedrooms, a kitchen, a guest room, as well as a pool. Photo Credits: Maira Acayaba ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Geometric Modern Architecture:** Opportunity to leverage mixed material use and a refined color palette in designing elegant contemporary residences. - **Juxtaposition of Textures in Interior Design:** Opportunity to create a dynamic balance between rawness and smoothness through the use of materials like concrete, wood and marble. - **Creation of Communal and Private Spaces:** Opportunity to strike a balance between shared living spaces and private retreats for individuals in designing modern homes. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Design:** Opportunity to experiment with innovative material combinations and design elements to create contemporary and unique homes that cater to the needs of modern families. - **Construction:** Opportunity to leverage advances in building technology and sustainable construction methods in creating modern homes that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional and eco-friendly. - **Real Estate:** Opportunity to cater to the growing demand for contemporary homes that provide a sophisticated living experience while also offering a balance of communal and private spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Contemporary Brazilian Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laguna-house.md) - [Charming Angular Contemporary Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trapezium-house.md) - [Forest Edge House Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-guapuruvu.md) - [Harmonious Modern Beach Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-d31.md) - [Concrete Gridded Garden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rua-polnia-house.md) - [Nature-Inspired Minimal Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simara-melo.md) - [Brazilian Modern Dallas Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brazilian-modernism.md) - [Elevated Geometric Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ph8-penthouse.md) - [Modern Dark Tonal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/texas-residence.md)