# Contrasting Concrete-Roofed Houses The IH Residence Features a Giant Concrete Roof By Elena Rahman | Published 2021-08-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ih-residence References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2021/08/05/ih-residence-bandung-indonesia-adramatin/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+dezeen+%28Dezeenfeed%29) & [andramatin](https://www.andramatin.com/) IH Residence in Bandung, Indonesia, was built by architecture studio Andramatin. The studio used a [large, overhanging concrete roof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brutal-honesty) to protect the glass-walled building from direct sunlight and heavy rainfall. IH Residence is a reinterpreted version of Dutch colonial manor houses. Its concrete design contrasts the site's [sloping gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oeiras-house), bringing nature and industrial styles together. A series of sunken pools, bridges, and ramps decorate the home's surrounding landscape. Between the house's structure and the concrete roof is a shadow gap due to the roof's slight elevation. On the inside, the house creates different degrees of openness. The glass walls overlook a series of calming pools to the west, thereby blending the indoors and outdoors to create a versatile space. Image Credit: Andramatin ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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 - **Concrete-roofed Houses:** The trend towards using concrete roofs in architecture creates a new space for innovation, particularly in the area of sustainable construction. - **Glass-walled Buildings:** The trend of constructing homes using glass walls is on the rise due to its ability to create a seamless indoor/outdoor living experience, opening the door for new technological approaches to home construction. - **Nature-inspired Architecture:** A trend towards incorporating elements of nature into architectural designs has created opportunities to create innovative, sustainable buildings that prioritize environmental protection. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** The field of architecture is at the forefront of redefining how structures are designed and constructed, and new developments in materials and technology are key to advancing the industry. - **Construction:** Innovations in construction methods and materials are creating opportunities to develop environmentally sustainable structures that meet the needs of contemporary living. - **Interior Design:** As new materials and technologies become available for construction, designers have more flexibility in creating interiors that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hillside Concrete Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concrete-house-1.md) - [Expansive Roofs Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-house-in-the-farm.md) - [Plant-Covered Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-kd45.md) - [Raw Concrete Industrial Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-nishizaki.md) - [Contemporary Adaptable Concrete House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/binocular-house.md) - [Open-Air Perforated Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anchor-house.md) - [Pyramidal Concrete Japanese Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pyramid-hut.md) - [Modern Minimal Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copas.md) - [Halo-Like Skylight Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halo-house.md)