Graux & Baeyens Architecten designed and created the House N-DP with uniquely sliced concrete. The unusually designed home is located in Mechelen, Belgium, and features a stack of triangular, prow-like terraces. To provide its dwellers with privacy from passers-by, the Ghent-based architectural practice chose angular windows.
The design also provides House N-DP with views of the surrounding fields and the Vaart canal. Each story is superimposed at a slightly different angle than the previous to create the desired effect. The concrete canopies create "a pleasing impression of introverted openness," according to Graux & Baeyens. On the inside, a central staircase connects the three levels of the home. In addition, an external metal staircase grants direct access to the first-floor terrace.
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What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Triangular Architecture
- Architectural firms can explore designs that utilize triangular shapes, allowing for unique and innovative structures.
- Sliced Concrete
- The use of sliced concrete in architectural design can provide an opportunity for experimentation, creating visually interesting and structurally sound buildings.
- Angular Windows
- The use of angular windows in architecture can provide an opportunity for privacy and a unique visual appeal.
Sectors Adopting This
- Architecture
- Architects and design firms can explore the use of sliced concrete, triangular shapes, and angular windows to create unique and visually interesting buildings.
- Construction
- Construction companies can utilize the use of sliced concrete to create innovative and structurally sound buildings that stand out from traditional designs.
- Real Estate
- Real estate developers can partner with architects to create properties with unique designs that appeal to buyers looking for a one-of-a-kind living experience.
