# Stark Urban Residences The Lejeune Residence by Architecture Open Form Celebrates Minimalism By Jana Pijak | Published 2016-02-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lejeune-residence References: [archiscene.net](http://www.archiscene.net/interior-design/lejeune-residence-by-architecture-open-form/) & [openform](http://www.openform.ca) The Lejeune Residence by Architecture Open Form is an [urban home located in Montreal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stealth-house), Canada. The contemporary residence embodies an air of [minimalism and rejects heavy ornamentation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fj-apartment). Trading ornate details for subtle and linear elements, the Architecture Open Form team creates a spectacular city home that is both monumental and practical for inhabitants. The epitome of function and simplicity, this home consists of heavy volumes and features a blend of white walls, sleek metal accents and warm wood finishes. Whiling Lajeune Residence includes countless living room built-ins that double as bookcases, its kitchen is kept minimal without compromising counter space. Additionally, the home's washrooms retain its consistently modern look but are accented with luxe details like a [marble backsplash and layered subway tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-studio) throughout. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 33% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Minimalist Residential Design:** Opportunities for creating urban homes that prioritize simplicity and functionality. - **Subtle and Linear Elements:** Innovations in architectural design that incorporate minimal ornamentation and emphasize clean lines. - **Luxe Details in Minimalism:** Innovative ways to add luxurious touches to minimalist designs, such as using marble backsplashes and layered subway tiles in washrooms. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Residential Construction:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the construction industry to meet the growing demand for minimalist and functional urban homes. - **Architectural Design:** Opportunities for architects to explore and experiment with subtle and linear elements in their projects. - **Home Interior Design:** Innovative ways to incorporate luxe details into minimalist home interior designs, especially in washrooms and kitchens. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Stacked Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everden-residence.md) - [Mid-Century Style Montreal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residence-ave-duchastel.md) - [Minimal Material Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marcela-cure.md) - [Landscape-Honoring Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/des-forges-residence.md) - [Graphic-Accented Brutalist Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jean-verville.md) - [Contemporary Mountainous Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountainous-home.md) - [Discrete Lakeside Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palissade.md) - [Lofty Minimalist Living Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-living-space1.md) - [Forest-Nestled Dynamic Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q88-residence.md)