# Lifeguard Tower Homes The ISEAMI House by Robles Architects is a Perfect Vacation Getaway By Annie Ho | Published 2010-08-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iseami-house-by-robles-architects References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2010/08/11/the-iseami-house-by-robles-architects/) & [roblesarq](http://www.roblesarq.com/) The ISEAMI House by Robles Architects is located in Península de Osa, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, and boasts an [open-concept design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oak-house-1) specifically designed for the owners to enjoy the [tropical air](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-living). The ISEAMI House by Robles Architects is an environmentally conscious design, using [recycled plastic, glass and steel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shor-house); according to the designers, the materials used to make the ISEAMI House are all 100% recyclable at the end of their life cycle. **Implications** - The ISEAMI House by Robles Architects is a stunning home that challenges traditional notions of space and more specifically, what constitutes inside and outside. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Open-concept Design:** The open-concept design trend is disrupting traditional notions of space and creating innovative living environments. - **Environmentally Conscious Design:** The trend of environmentally conscious design is creating opportunities for using recycled materials and reducing environmental impact. - **Indoor-outdoor Living:** The trend of indoor-outdoor living is blurring the boundaries between interior and exterior spaces and redefining the concept of a home. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can capitalize on the open-concept design trend by creating innovative and functional spaces that cater to modern lifestyles. - **Sustainable Materials:** The sustainable materials industry can take advantage of the trend in environmentally conscious design by developing innovative products that reduce waste and promote recycling. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can embrace the trend of indoor-outdoor living by creating seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces and maximizing the use of natural light and ventilation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Doughnut-Shaped Elevated Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sinfornia-verde.md) - [Cedar-Clad L-Shaped Beach Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ospreys-landing.md) - [Sustainable Canopy Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-solai.md) - [Oceanside Modern Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ima-house.md) - [Off-Grid Oceanside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campos-studio.md) - [Boxy Shaped Beach Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roman-izquierdo-bouldstridge.md) - [Coastal Holiday Beach Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-ferran.md) - [Fiji Ocean-Front Estate Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reef-house.md) - [Dockside Coastal Beach Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prat-house.md)