# Wedged Building Designs 'The Nest' by Grupa 5 Architecki Features a Slanted Face By Joey Haar | Published 2018-05-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grupa-5-architecki References: [archdaily](https://www.archdaily.com/893731/the-nest-grupa-5-architekci) If buildings aren't completely permanent, then they're at least among the most static and solid structures in the urban environment, and 'The Nest' by Grupa 5 Architecki is aiming to project that permanence. The building features an [inverted, slanted front face](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-house-with-an-inverted-roof) that makes it seem as though it's been [wedged into the earth](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-the-slope). Despite the form factor that reflects strength, 'The Nest' is materially light and airy. The majority of the building is covered in glass with only [thin steel supports](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drifting-stones) running up and down the length of it. Glass is most often a material that conveys ethereal lightness, so the material choice was an interesting juxtaposition for Grupa 5 Architecki. 'The Nest' dramatically offsets the rest of the buildings in Warszawa's downtown core, as the surrounding edifices are all traditional apartment mid-rises. Image Credit: Mikołaj Lelewski ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Inverted Architecture:** Designing buildings with inverted and slanted faces, creating a visually striking and unique architectural style. - **Lightweight Materials:** Utilizing glass and thin steel supports to create buildings that appear light and airy while maintaining structural integrity. - **Juxtaposition in Design:** Using materials and design elements that create an interesting contrast or contradiction, adding visual and artistic appeal to buildings. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architects and designers can explore inverted and slanted building designs to create visually captivating and unconventional structures. - **Construction:** Construction companies can leverage lightweight materials like glass and thin steel supports to build structurally sound yet visually appealing buildings. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planners can consider using buildings with unique design elements and juxtapositions to create vibrant and eye-catching cityscapes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Off-Grid Remote Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daria-sheina.md) - [Elevated Treetop Modern Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buitenverblijf-nest.md) - [Greenery-Surrounding Lush Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nest-house-1.md) - [Off-Grid Forest Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nest-cabin.md) - [Wedge-Shaped Stealthy Cottages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbora-vokac-taylor-architect.md) - [Circular Windowed Woodland Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timber-nest.md) - [Nature-Shared A-Frame Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kumiki-architects.md) - [Distinctive Airlifted Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karka-tower.md) - [Forest Nestled Vaulted Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wendy-house.md)