# Desert-Designed Houses The High Desert Modern House Blends Beautifully With its Surroundings By Justin Lam | Published 2018-08-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-desert-modern-house References: [dwell](https://www.dwell.com/home/high-desert-modern-7f4fa971) & [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/08/21/deforest-architects-nb-design-group-high-desert-modern-house-oregon/) Designed by [DeForest Architects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burien) and NB Design Group the High Desert Modern house is meant to be a "cool, calm and collected" space with distinct sliding panels. Located in Bend, a small city near the Cascade Mountains, this home is built on a gorgeous natural site blanketed by tall grasses, low-lying shrubs, and punctuated with pine trees. This natural surrounding inspired many of the design elements of the High Desert Modern house which features an exterior palette that blends together beautifully with the [subtle colors of the desert](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-azzurra). The High Desert Modern house also features distinct sliding panels used on several walls of the home. These panels work to either expose or conceal parts of the interior, while also providing incredible control over the natural light in the house. Image Credit: DeForest Architects ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Architecture:** Incorporating natural elements and seamless integration with the environment can disrupt traditional architectural practices. - **Interchangeable Spaces:** The use of sliding panels and flexible room configurations can create innovative living spaces that adapt to different needs and preferences. - **Nature-inspired Design:** Taking inspiration from the natural surroundings and incorporating it into the design can lead to unique and visually appealing aesthetics. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Architects and designers can explore sustainable and nature-inspired approaches to create environmentally friendly and visually stunning structures. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can leverage interchangeable spaces and sliding panels to create flexible and functional living areas that prioritize natural lighting and privacy. - **Green Building Materials:** Manufacturers and suppliers of eco-friendly building materials can capitalize on the demand for sustainable construction practices and nature-inspired design elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Desert-Nestled Home Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-desert-home.md) - [Desert Landscape Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juniper-hill-home.md) - [Modern Highland Residential Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-the-andes.md) - [Redesigned Desert Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palm-springs-residence.md) - [Landscape-Overlooking Modern Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telescope-house.md) - [Modern Mountainous Luxury Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robert-chisholm-architects.md) - [Landscape-Blending Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/el-pastizal.md) - [Hilltop Modern Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cloud-house.md) - [Water Basin-Based Modern Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-rock.md)