# Geometric Igloo Abodes Marcello’s House by Ctrl+Z and NoSoloPaja Displays a Whimsical Design By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-10-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marcellos-house References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/marcello--s-house-by-ctrl-z-and-nosolopaja) & [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news) Marcello’s House by Ctrl+Z and NoSoloPaja is located in the heart of Seville and Massanes Spain. This stunning architecture piece defies convention with its geometric framing details that are created using a series of complex mathematical configurations. Focusing on the use of natural resources, this low-tech project promotes self-construction and the use of accessible and local materials. Marcello’s House is the result of [wooden geodesic dome](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hata-dome) research and 1960s design inspirations. Though visually complex, this structure employed a [simple and inexpensive building process](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefab-house-changeover) that featured [pre-made modules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-anton-ii) that were pieced together much like the elements of a large 3D puzzle. This project was built to house a family's need for additional rooms within their home. After one week of building, the home is a modern translation of traditional igloo constructions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Geometric Framing:** Opportunity for innovative construction methods using complex mathematical configurations for framing structures. - **Self-construction:** Potential for promoting self-construction and DIY projects with accessible and local materials. - **Wooden Geodesic Domes:** Possibility of utilizing wooden geodesic domes as a sustainable and low-cost housing solution. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Architecture firms can explore innovative techniques for using complex mathematical configurations in framing structures. - **Construction:** Construction companies have an opportunity to promote self-construction and DIY projects using accessible and local materials. - **Housing:** Housing industry can consider implementing wooden geodesic domes as a sustainable and cost-effective housing solution. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Inverted Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-house-with-an-inverted-roof.md) - [Geometric Structural Forest Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c-house.md) - [Chic Curved Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curved-house1.md) - [Reflective Artful Calming Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-gesso.md) - [Curved Surface Portuguese Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-house-within-a-few-lines.md) - [Refreshing Micro-Living Compact Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sffr-house.md) - [Economical Modular Wooden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cake-house.md) - [Figure 8-Structured House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-loop-house.md) - [Castle-Inspired Cylindrical Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-del-tec.md)