# Inconspicuous Perforated Abodes The Hidden House Nestles Discretely Between Two Dwellings By Amelia Roblin | Published 2012-07-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidden-house References: [blog.leibal](http://blog.leibal.com/interiors/residential/hidden-house/) & [teatumandteatum](http://www.teatumandteatum.com/projects/hidden-house.shtml) Architectural projects can have very different aesthetic priorities, in some cases striving for a distinctive presence, and in others aiming to blend into its surroundings. Despite its punchy contemporary style, the Hidden House falls into the latter category, squeezed into a [tiny suburban lot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henville-street-house) and enveloped in a minimalist blanket of [nearly featureless black cladding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stay-under-the-radar). But should you happen upon the private front courtyard of the Teatum + Teatum residence, you will discover a set of [laser-cut steel doors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bomun-house) embellished with an elaborate pixelated pattern, providing a pinch of visual intrigue. The Hidden House may appear to be completely windowless, until you glimpse a cluster of protruding skylights that cover the roof of the narrow home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 7% | 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 - **Minimalist Architecture:** The trend for discreet and minimalist architecture that blends into its surroundings without sacrificing aesthetic value will revolutionize urban design. - **Laser-cut Steel Doors:** The use of laser-cut steel doors embellished with pixelated patterns provides a new opportunity for customizable and visually intriguing design elements in architecture. - **Perforated Cladding:** The use of perforated cladding in building design can create a sleek and uniform appearance while incorporating natural light in the structure. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architects can explore new design possibilities for minimalist, discreet and eco-friendly buildings that enhance and complement urban environments. - **Construction:** Construction companies can look into incorporating innovative materials such as perforated cladding and laser-cut steel doors to create unique and sustainable structures. - **Design:** By integrating perforated cladding, laser-cut steel doors and other customizable design elements architects and designers can create new eco-friendly designs while preserving aesthetics and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hidden Resort Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stealth-1.md) - [Perforated Facade Urban Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veil-house.md) - [Introspective Charred Pine Extension](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-with-a-hidden-atrium.md) - [Privacy Enhanced Minimal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-open-house-1.md) - [Minimal Japanese Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-kyobate.md) - [Garden-Nestled Luscious Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidden-villa.md) - [Living Landscape Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hedge-and-arbour-house.md) - [Compact Residential Additions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henville-street-house.md) - [Wedge-Shaped Stealthy Cottages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbora-vokac-taylor-architect.md)