# Minimalist Marble Homes Fran Silvestre Arquitectos' 'Aluminum House' Project is Monumental By Jana Pijak | Published 2016-06-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marble-home References: [archiscene.net](http://www.archiscene.net/residential/aluminum-house-fran-silvestre-arquitectos/) Fran Silvestre Arquitectos' latest project is a [marble home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-gesso) titled 'Aluminum House.' The sleek and bare residence embodies understated elegance and is clad in glass panels and grayscale pieces of metal and stone. While the home's flooring is kept a white and black marble throughout -- adorning everything from its open living area to its [secluded bathroom](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-studio) -- the home's walls are showcased in a clean white shade. In addition to its striking flooring, this residence also features modern storage built-ins and cabinetry that is functional without compromising aesthetics. Located in the [heart of Madrid, Spain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burr-studio-1), the residence stands at two storeys and is ideal for minimalists thanks to its clean look and lack of heavy ornamentation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 97% | 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 Design:** The trend of minimalist design in architecture and interior design is creating opportunities for innovative and functional living spaces. - **Marble as a Design Element:** The use of marble as a prominent design element in homes is a growing trend that offers opportunities for unique and luxurious aesthetics. - **Seamless Integration of Storage:** The trend of seamlessly integrating storage into the design of homes allows for clutter-free living spaces and opens up possibilities for efficient and organized solutions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Real Estate and Property Development:** The real estate and property development industry can explore the potential of minimalist design and marble elements to create high-end residential properties that cater to discerning buyers. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can capitalize on the trend of marble as a design element by incorporating it into furniture, accessories, and lighting fixtures, offering unique and luxurious options for clients. - **Home Organization and Storage Solutions:** The home organization and storage solutions industry can tap into the trend of seamless integration of storage in homes by developing innovative and space-saving storage solutions that blend seamlessly with the overall design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact White-Painted Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whitepainted-modern-home.md) - [Lofty Minimalist Living Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-living-space1.md) - [Minimal Material Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marcela-cure.md) - [Grey-Praised Minimal Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elogio-del-grigio.md) - [Green Marble-Adorned Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-brocca.md) - [Olive Tree-Inspired Minimal Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-ula.md) - [Minimal Philosophy Toronto Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-hill-residence.md) - [Minimal Japanese Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-kyobate.md) - [Floating Level Aesthetic Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oak-house-1.md)