# Rationally Misshapen Apartments Intersecting Boundaries Adds a Filter of Chaos to a Gridded Facade By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-01-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intersecting-boundaries References: [suckerpunchdaily](http://www.suckerpunchdaily.com/2013/01/16/intersecting-boundaries/) In architecture, you don't have to choose between an orderly aesthetic and a disorderly one. Intersecting Boundaries embodies both compositional strategies to produce a compelling [residential complex](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-trace) both inside and out. Sarah J. Blitzer began with the basic grid, applying it to every exterior face of the structure as well as the circulation systems and the floor plans. On top of this is a more random rhythm of lines and forms that works to manipulate the uniformity into unpredictable undulations. The result is a building with a truly [remarkable texture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belden-brick). Masses of material extrude, resembling stone-like bubbles. These help to shape cavernous spaces on the ground floor of the [mixed-program Intersecting Boundaries high-rise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-river-north) with unique areas up above for family units, studios and a spa. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Mixed-program Architecture:** The integration of multiple functions within a single structure presents opportunities for innovative and dynamic spaces. - **Unpredictable Undulations:** The introduction of random rhythms into structured designs creates visually intriguing and captivating architectural forms. - **Texture Manipulation:** Exploring unconventional textures in building materials opens avenues for creating unique sensory experiences in architecture. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Real Estate:** Real estate developers can leverage mixed-program architecture to appeal to different market segments and maximize the use of space. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can incorporate unpredictable undulations to transform ordinary spaces into visually stimulating environments. - **Construction Materials:** Manufacturers of building materials can explore texture manipulation techniques to develop innovative products that enhance architectural designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Colorful High-Density Residential Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdensity-residential-design.md) - [Gridded Urban Apartment Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-carboneria.md) - [Curved Translucent Experimental Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptors-apartment.md) - [Sculptural Facade Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fractal-facade-house.md) - [Playful Apartment Makeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onda-apartment.md) - [Bathroom-Centric Dubai Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-studio.md) - [Urban Housing Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-trace.md) - [Redesigned Curved Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taichung-apartment.md) - [Intersecting Block-Formed Narrow Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-fujidera.md)