# Origami-Inspired Houses This Indonesian Origami House is Surrounded by the Jungles of Bali By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-05-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indonesian-origami-house References: [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/786982/origami-house-alexis-dornier) & [alexisdornier](http://www.alexisdornier.com/) This Indonesian 'Origami House' is draws inspiration from the [art of paper folding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/museum-for-paper-art) and is surrounded by the jungles of Bali. Designed by German architect Alexis Dornier, the home seems to be inspired by local architecture and is topped with a [folded timber roof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copper-bottom) which is what the house's name takes after. While the house has protection from the rain and sun, there remain large windows and open areas where the nature unfolding around it can be enjoyed. The home has several interesting features, including an open-concept bathroom with flooring made from rocks and a large wooden kitchen counter. The residence looks like something out of a storybook, almost appearing as a spacious luxury tree house. This [Indonesian Origami House's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-living-bridge) upscale design and tropical elements provide the perfect balance between nature and architecture. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 98% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Origami-inspired Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways to design structures by incorporating origami-inspired folding techniques. - **Nature-integrated Homes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable residential designs that seamlessly blend with natural surroundings. - **Luxury Tree House Living:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create high-end tree house-like residences that offer a unique and luxurious living experience. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture & Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Architectural firms can explore origami-inspired concepts to revolutionize their designs. - **Real Estate:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Real estate developers can capitalize on the demand for nature-integrated homes by creating sustainable and eco-friendly residential communities. - **Hospitality & Resorts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Luxury resort chains can create tree house-inspired accommodations that provide guests with a unique and immersive experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Forested Circular Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-omah-prana.md) - [Origami-Inspired Disaster Relief Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefab-folding-pods.md) - [Coastal Terraced Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-bo.md) - [Origami-Inspired Sleek Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infinity-mobile-architecture-system.md) - [Cave-Like Folded Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-house.md) - [Organic Cliffside Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intaaya-retreat.md) - [Vibrant Tropical Guesthouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bi-design-house.md) - [Origami-Style Shelled Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copper-bottom.md) - [Nature-Immersive Tranquil Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treehouse-villas.md)