The MM House, by Spanish architecture firm Olivier Hernaiz Architecture Lab (or OHLAB for short,) is a remarkably modern residence built on the sunny Spanish island of Mallorca. The home consists of four stark white, truncated cubes that are connected inside the building but from outside look almost randomly dropped.
Despite each volume's apparently random placement, MM House is carefully designed to maximize the views on the tops of a cliff that overlooks the Balearic Sea. Each cube is placed at a different angle, giving the residents of MM House a unique view depending on where they are in the building.
MM House's bright white exterior and interior may also seem superficially shocking, but this scheme has a very practical purpose -- Mallorca is incredibly sunny and the white surfaces reflect light, saving the residents money on air conditioning.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Modern Residential Architecture
- The trend of modern residential architecture is characterized by unique and unconventional designs, like the all-white cube houses.
- Maximizing Natural Views
- The trend of maximizing natural views in architectural designs can be seen in the placement of the four white angular cubes in MM House.
- Energy-efficient Design
- The trend of energy-efficient design is evident in the use of white surfaces to reflect sunlight and reduce the need for air conditioning in MM House.
Sectors Adopting This
- Architecture
- The architecture industry can leverage the trend of modern residential architecture to create innovative and visually appealing structures.
- Real Estate
- The real estate industry can benefit from the trend of maximizing natural views by developing properties in scenic locations that offer stunning vistas.
- Green Technology
- The green technology industry can explore the trend of energy-efficient design by developing innovative solutions to reduce energy consumption in buildings.
