# Minimalist Paneling Homes House MJ, Novo Mesto by Kombinat Boasts Bare Minimum Design By Alexandra Serrano | Published 2012-10-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-mj-novo-mesto-by-kombinat References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2012/10/17/house-mj-novo-mesto-by-kombinat/) & [kombinat-arhitekti.si](http://www.kombinat-arhitekti.si/home) The House MJ, Novo Mesto by Kombinat boasts a design aesthetic that takes into account the value of bare essentials. Redefining the conventional notion of a bungalow, this home caters to the owner's needs as it is spacious and welcoming to light. The [wood-paneled facade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenhouse) creates a sleek modernist look to contrast the surrounding forested area. This abode is serene in its interaction with the [natural landscape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plener-istebna) and features two mono-pitched roofs. Phenomenal in its use of space, this abode is ideal with its lack of interior hallways and separations. According to Dezeen: "Split levels following the slope of the hill divide the interior into two halves, with the bedrooms raised up behind the living room." Perhaps the epitomized version of the ever-popular [open concept aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/158-purley-downs-road), the design is a testament to the genius design of Kombinat. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 58% | 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) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Minimalist Design:** Opportunity for businesses to offer minimalist design solutions in various industries. - **Serene Interaction with Nature:** Opportunity for businesses to create products and services that enhance the connection between people and the natural environment. - **Open Concept Aesthetic:** Opportunity for businesses to develop innovative solutions that promote open and collaborative spaces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the architectural industry to create minimalist and nature-friendly designs. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for businesses in the interior design industry to cater to the growing demand for minimalist and open concept aesthetics. - **Furniture and Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the furniture and home decor industry to develop minimalist and nature-inspired products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimal Japanese Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-kyobate.md) - [Lofty Minimalist Living Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-living-space1.md) - [Minimal Philosophy Toronto Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-hill-residence.md) - [Minimal Material Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marcela-cure.md) - [Paired-Back Modernist Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modernist-interior.md) - [Log Cabin-Inspired Minimal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restua.md) - [Sleek Modular German Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-anton-ii.md) - [Simple Material Family Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/openfield-house.md) - [Privacy Enhanced Minimal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-open-house-1.md)