# Monolithic Concrete Abodes Isay Weinfeld's Casa Piracicaba is a Masterpiece By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-06-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isay-weinfelds References: [knstrct](http://www.knstrct.com/architecture-blog/2013/10/07/an-axis-perpendicular-isay-weinfeld-designs-casa-piracicaba) & [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/tag/isay-weinfeld/) If you're an architecture aficionado and have a love for beautifully designed structures, then feast your eyes on Isay Weinfeld's crafty structure. As a popular and successful architect in Brazil, Weinfeld's work creates art using architecture as his latest '[Casa Piracicaba](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-del-alma)' proves. Located outside São Paulo, this [monolithic concrete home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-serra) is stunning and was designed for a [large family](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/south-yarra-house) that wanted a home that would fit them all during holidays. The L-shaped structure is built on a sloping piece of land and boasts three floors that are designed in perpendicular axes. The breathtaking design features an exotic garden that can be accessed for each floor and a fully-encased glass family room. With an exterior made of concrete, the interior comes as a surprise with its stone clad walls and marble bathrooms. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Monolithic Concrete Architecture:** Exploring the trend of monolithic concrete structures in architecture, offering opportunities for innovative and sustainable building materials. - **Integration of Nature in Architecture:** Examining the trend of incorporating natural elements, such as exotic gardens, into architectural designs, presenting opportunities for biophilic design and sustainable living. - **Surprising Contrasts in Interior Design:** Highlighting the trend of juxtaposing different materials and textures in interior design, opening up possibilities for unique and visually appealing living spaces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Construction:** The architecture and construction industry can explore the trend of monolithic concrete structures and natural integration to offer innovative and eco-friendly building solutions. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can leverage the trend of surprising contrasts in design to create distinct and personalized spaces that captivate clients. - **Sustainable Living:** The sustainable living industry can adopt the trend of integrating nature in architecture to promote biophilic design concepts and enhance overall well-being. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Monolithic Custom Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-catedral.md) - [Sculptural Canteliver Concrete Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-del-alma.md) - [Hillside Concrete Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concrete-house-1.md) - [Concrete Gridded Garden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rua-polnia-house.md) - [Pavilion-Style Art Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galeria-house.md) - [High Concrete Walled Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cesar-mancillas.md) - [Pyramidal Concrete Japanese Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pyramid-hut.md) - [Robust Monolithic Walled Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-1736.md) - [Curved Garden-Surrounding Linear Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-dos-terraos-circulares.md)