# Chic Mod Coastal Abodes The Gunderson House is the Epitome of Sweet Shoreline Living By Emily Evans | Published 2011-08-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gunderson-house References: [letmebeinspired](http://www.letmebeinspired.com/?p=5720) & [wrb.se](http://www.wrb.se/) When one structure simply isn't good enough, the architectural experts at WRB Architects will knock it down and create an awesome new abode -- just as they did with the Gunderson House in Haugesund, Norway. This 145 sq. meter home was once the location of another fairly new structure; however WRB Architects figured they could design a better use of this [coastal space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diachok-architects). With its expansive south-facing patio, priceless ocean views, and a carefully thought-out design that shelters homeowners from steep winds that come from the north, the Gunderson House, truly is an [modern abode](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norton-house)! **Implications** - As more consumers continuously yearn to develop tighter bonds with nature, companies should be considerate of this potential opportunity for products and services. Those businesses that can create products that bring consumers closer to nature will continue to be far out-valued over those that don't. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Coastal Living:** The trend towards coastal living offers new opportunities for companies to develop products and services that cater to homeowners seeking a closer relationship with nature. - **Architectural Upcycling:** The trend towards architectural upcycling highlights a disruptive opportunity for companies to offer new solutions in the home design and renovation space. - **Sustainable Design:** The focus on sustainable design presents opportunities for companies to create eco-friendly living spaces that are in line with consumer values and preferences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Design and Renovation:** The home design and renovation industry stands to benefit from the trend towards architectural upcycling as homeowners seek sustainable and modern living solutions. - **Outdoor Living:** The outdoor living industry has the opportunity to develop products and services that cater to consumers seeking a closer connection with nature through coastal living. - **Sustainable Materials:** The sustainable materials industry can innovate and cater to the growing trend of eco-friendly design, providing materials for modern architecture and coastal living. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Weatherized Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acute-house.md) - [Cedar-Clad L-Shaped Beach Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ospreys-landing.md) - [Coastal Summer Calm Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hors.md) - [Elegant Gabled Coastal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hale-kiawe.md) - [Blocky Structural Coastal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sa-hjort.md) - [Coastal Island Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pasparakisfriel.md) - [Scattered Boulder-Inspired Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockbound.md) - [Contemporary Countryside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-countryside-home.md) - [Relaxing Wooden Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heatherhill-beach-house.md)