# Arching Stone Apartments The Jaffa Flat by Pitsou Kedem Combines Old-World and Modernity By Katherinev123 | Published 2011-08-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jaffa-flat1 References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2011/08/12/jaffa-flat-by-pitsou-kedem/) & [pitsou](http://www.pitsou.com/) This breathtaking refurbished apartment, called the Jaffa Flat, is located in Old Jaffa in Tel Aviv. Designed by Israeli architects, the building merges history with contemporary architecture and sits above the harbor overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The most notable element of this 100-square-meter building is its large vaulted stone ceiling, which is several hundreds of years old. These magnificent stone arches were revealed by peeling off the wall coverings. Other walls in the space were also removed to create an open dining and living area, bordered by the arches. The Jaffa Flat also features a stainless steel kitchen and shelves and surfaces made of Corian. While the building has undergone many changes since its creation, which has damaged its original quality, the Jaffa Flat is still the result of talented architectural design and masterfully combines the old and the new. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 57% | 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) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Refurbished Architecture:** Opportunity for architects and designers to transform old buildings into modern spaces while preserving their historical elements. - **Open Concept Living:** Potential for creating spacious and flexible living areas by removing walls to create an open flow between rooms. - **Mixed Materials Design:** Emerging trend of incorporating contrasting materials such as stone, stainless steel, and Corian to create visually striking interiors. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects and designers to specialize in refurbishing historical buildings and blending old-world charm with modern aesthetics. - **Interior Design:** Demand for interior designers skilled in creating open concept living spaces that maximize natural light and promote a sense of openness and connectivity. - **Construction Materials:** Potential for suppliers of stone, stainless steel, and Corian to cater to the growing demand for mixed materials design in architectural projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mid-Century Flat Revamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warsaw-apartment-renovation.md) - [Nature-Connecting Warm Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baranowitz-kronenberg.md) - [Bathroom-Centric Dubai Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-studio.md) - [Bright Renovated Seaside Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toledano-architects.md) - [Compact Stone Conversions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/figuier-house.md) - [Redesigned Curved Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taichung-apartment.md) - [Bright Urban Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-64.md) - [Stylishly Renovated Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylishly-renovated-apartment.md) - [Industrial-Inspired Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glassbrick-apartment.md)