# Whimsical Window-Covered Homes The 'Lulu Kati Kati House' by Kate Otten Architects is One of a Kin By Annie Ho | Published 2010-07-17 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lulu-kati-kati-by-kate-oteen-architects References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2010/07/16/the-lulu-kati-kati-house-by-kate-otten-architects/) & [kateottenarchitects](http://www.kateottenarchitects.com/) Although the FIFA World Cup is over, Johannesburg, South Africa has more beautiful design up its sleeve in the ‘Lulu Kati Kati’ by Kate Oteen Architects. “Lulu Kati Kati” means “Pearl in the middle” in Swahili. The very top level of this green home features sleeping and resting areas. The middle leads to the courtyard and contains the kitchen. The best part of the ‘Lulu Kati Kati’ by Kate Oteen Architects, however, is its basement level, which is “cave-like, anchored to the rock and the earth.” Another cool feature to look for in this house are its unusual 'wing-wongy' windows. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Whimsical Architecture:** The use of unusual design elements and creative building materials in residential and commercial structures could be an opportunity for architects and builders to differentiate themselves from competitors. - **Green Building:** There is an opportunity for builders and designers to incorporate sustainable materials, such as those used in the 'Lulu Kati Kati House,' into new construction projects and promote environmentally-friendly living. - **Window Design:** Incorporating unique and eye-catching window designs into new and existing buildings could create a niche market for window manufacturers and installation companies. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Architects who specialize in unique and unconventional designs may find success in this style, such as the 'Lulu Kati Kati House' - **Construction:** Construction companies who use sustainable materials and classically inspired architecture may find favor with clients who value design and eco-friendliness, such as in the 'Lulu Kati Kati House'. - **Window Manufacturing:** Window manufacturers who utilize creative designs and unique materials, such as those seen in the 'wing-wongy' windows of the 'Lulu Kati Kati House,' may find new opportunities in this market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Thick-Walled Coastal Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hytte-riverview.md) - [Geometric African Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/great-primary-shapes.md) - [Geometric Cave-Like Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cavelike-homes.md) - [Openable Wooden Shutter Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-house-1.md) - [Cave-Like Folded Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-house.md) - [Plant-Filled Latticed Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touching-eden-house.md) - [Sculptural Inverted Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-house-with-an-inverted-roof.md) - [Pink Plaster Limestone Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ua-house.md) - [Immersive Forest-Surrounded Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kw-house.md)