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# Drastically Narrow Dwellings (UPDATE)
The Keret House by Jakub Szczesny Occupies a Sliver of Space

By Alexandra Serrano | Published 2012-11-05 | World
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keret-house-by-jakub-szczesny
References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2012/10/31/worlds-narrowest-house-by-jakub-szczesny/) & [centrala.net.pl](http://centrala.net.pl/)

The Keret House by Jakub Szczesny is a marvel as it measures a restrictive 48 inches at its widest point.

This residence boasts a triangular shape and is located in a [tiny crevice between two buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brown-house-1) that tower over the Polish city of Warsaw. Keret House was designed by Szczesny to shelter a [single inhabitant temporarily](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miami-tiny-house) as the living conditions of the space make it unbearable for extended periods of time. “It requires a sense of humor, as you cannot stay long in a place like this” says the architect of the sliver of space.

Despite its [small measures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levi-kelly), this construction is highly attention-grabbing with its statement on urbane infrastructure. The Keret House by Jakub Szczesny is meant to be a reflection of Warsaw’s metropolis and its complexity in architecture and history.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.3/10
- Popularity: 94% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Micro Housing Trend:** The Keret House showcases the potential for micro-housing that caters to the growing demand for affordable living spaces in urban areas.
- **Innovative Architecture Trend:** Jakub Szczesny's design for the Keret House illustrates the potential for innovative architecture to redefine urban living spaces and infrastructure.
- **Temporary Living Spaces Trend:** The Keret House highlights the market for temporary living spaces that are compact, minimalist, and portable for those seeking a transient and minimalist lifestyle.

### Where This Applies

- **Real Estate Industry:** The real estate industry can explore micro-housing solutions like the Keret House that cater to the increasing demand for affordable living spaces in densely populated urban areas.
- **Architecture and Design Industry:** The Keret House exemplifies the potential for innovative architectural designs that can adapt to small or unconventional spaces and redefine the urban living landscape.
- **Construction Industry:** The construction industry can explore new building materials, techniques, and methods to build compact and efficient living spaces like the Keret House that are sustainable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing.

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