# Refurbished Church Manors God's Loft by LKSVDD Architects Boasts Cheeky Religious References By Alexandra Serrano | Published 2013-03-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gods-loft-by-lksvdd-architects References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/god-s-loft-by-lksvdd-architects) & [lksvdd.nl](http://www.lksvdd.nl/) Formerly a church, the God's Loft by LKSVDD Architects was adapted into a [minimalist loft space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-casa-mrgt) that capitalizes on fun. Located in the Dutch town of Haarlo, this living space was not only affordably converted, but also boasts an extravagant open space. With the simple addition of a [mezzanine space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omarama-attic) along with a striking red staircase, this [former temple of worship](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyth) was converted into a cheeky and livable home. The concept was realized with the following mantra in mind: "Cherish your inner child, remain pure, playing, exploring, and a little bit naughty." With such a positive approach came the highly original touches included in God's Loft by LKSVDD Architects such as the 'Stairway to Have Fun' and the 'Lost Sheep' garden decor. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Adaptive Architecture:** Architects are taking formerly commercial or religious spaces and converting them into playful, livable homes, providing opportunities for adaptive architecture in both residential and commercial industries. - **Minimalism:** Minimalism is a growing trend in architecture as people aim to reduce consumption and environmental impact, creating opportunities for eco-friendly construction and design innovation. - **Cheeky Design:** Cheeky design and witty references are becoming more popular in architecture, providing opportunities for designers to mix playful aesthetics with functional spaces in a variety of industries. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Residential Real Estate:** There is a growing market for affordable adaptive architecture and eco-friendly designs in residential real estate, especially as people look for unique and playful living spaces. - **Commercial Real Estate:** Adaptive architecture and cheeky design can be used to create unique spaces for businesses, providing opportunities for creative workspace solutions in commercial real estate. - **Hospitality:** Cheeky design, adaptive architecture, and eco-friendly construction can be used to create unique and memorable hospitality experiences, providing opportunities for innovative hotel and restaurant design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Renovated Compact Loft Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vessel-project.md) - [NYC Apartment Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brooklyn-loft.md) - [Refurbished Welcoming Churches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st-leonards-church.md) - [Elevated Garden Lofts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/attic-above-garden.md) - [Angular Church Matte Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-church.md) - [Converted Church Art Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyth.md) - [Exposed Wooden Beam Lofts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gowanus-loft.md) - [Metaphorical Physical Community Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lighthouse-church.md) - [Converted Industrial Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1960s-warehouse.md)